Average salary, compensation, and wages for Roofers in the United StatesIn 2002, median hourly earnings of roofers were $14.51. The middle 50 percent earned between $11.23 and $19.56. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $9.15, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $25.35. The median hourly earnings of roofers in the foundation, structure, and building exterior contractors industry were $14.57 in 2002. Apprentices usually start at about 40 percent to 50 percent of the rate paid to experienced roofers and receive periodic raises as they acquire the skills of the trade. Earnings for roofers are reduced on occasion because poor weather often limits the time they can work. Some roofers are members of the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers. More information on Roofers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Roofers occupation Number of Roofers in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Roofers Working conditions for Roofers Significant points for Roofers Training requirements for Roofers Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |