Roofers pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for roofers is $23.74 an hour ($49,390 a year). About 4,610 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($55,440). Ohio ranks 29th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.20 | $39,940 |
| 25% of workers | $22.14 | $46,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.74 | $49,390 |
| 75% of workers | $30.40 | $63,230 |
| 90% of workers | $36.22 | $75,340 |
Roofers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Canton-Massillon | $59,430 | 140 |
| Toledo | $57,700 | 230 |
| Cleveland | $55,690 | 780 |
| Akron | $54,660 | 370 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $51,410 | 320 |
| Columbus | $49,420 | 700 |
| Cincinnati | $49,210 | 770 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $47,820 | 380 |
| Mansfield | $47,470 | 60 |
| Lima | $44,980 | 40 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for roofers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 12,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Ohio
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $60,810 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $61,420 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $67,600 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $58,400 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $59,470 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $46,140 |
| Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | $57,410 |
| Construction Laborers | $56,080 |
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