Roofers pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for roofers is $28.54 an hour ($59,370 a year). About 2,400 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($55,440). Wisconsin ranks 18th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.81 | $39,130 |
| 25% of workers | $23.01 | $47,850 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.54 | $59,370 |
| 75% of workers | $31.41 | $65,330 |
| 90% of workers | $37.68 | $78,380 |
Roofers pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Janesville-Beloit | $63,310 | 70 |
| Appleton | $61,880 | 120 |
| Madison | $60,820 | 270 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $60,680 | 70 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $60,140 | 980 |
| Green Bay | $59,320 | 90 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $58,880 | 80 |
| Sheboygan | $58,230 | 50 |
| Eau Claire | $51,380 | 70 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $61,660 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $59,970 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $52,860 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $49,520 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $85,120 |
| Construction Laborers | $56,100 |
| Electricians | $76,540 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $81,210 |
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