Roofers pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for roofers is $29.16 an hour ($60,640 a year). About 5,890 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($55,440). Washington ranks 11th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.01 | $47,860 |
| 25% of workers | $25.15 | $52,310 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.16 | $60,640 |
| 75% of workers | $38.21 | $79,470 |
| 90% of workers | $50.00 | $104,000 |
Roofers pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $64,090 | 2,970 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $61,410 | 80 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $59,760 | 210 |
| Bellingham | $59,730 | 440 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $59,470 | 170 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $59,230 | 70 |
| Longview-Kelso | $58,830 | 200 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $58,720 | 420 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $57,920 | 260 |
| Yakima | $56,660 | 160 |
| Walla Walla | $49,380 | 40 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $74,190 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $73,130 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $67,750 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $77,920 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $92,120 |
| Construction Laborers | $57,720 |
| Electricians | $95,220 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $81,030 |
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