Roofing Labor Cost Calculator
Enter your roof size in square feet, labor rate per square, and crew size to calculate your total roofing labor cost — plus per-worker earnings and total job cost including materials.
How This Calculator Works
Enter the roof size in square feet, your labor rate per square (100 sq ft), crew size, material cost per square, and dump/disposal fees. The calculator handles the conversion and math.
You'll see the total labor cost, what each crew member earns on the job, total job cost including materials, labor as a percentage of the total, and your cost per square foot.
Price roofing jobs with confidence. Know exactly what labor will cost before you quote, and make sure your crew's pay lines up with what the job can support.
Enter Roof Details
Total roof area to be installed or replaced
1 square = 100 sq ft. Typically $50–$150/square
Shingles, underlayment, flashing, nails, etc.
Your results will appear here
Enter your roof size and labor rate to see your costs per square.
Know Your Roofing Labor Costs
Labor is the biggest variable in roofing. Get the number right and your bids will be profitable. Get it wrong and you're working for free.
Price by the Square
Roofing is priced by the square (100 sq ft). Enter your rate per square and roof size to instantly see your total labor cost for the job.
Know Per-Worker Cost
See how much each crew member earns on the job. Make sure your rates are competitive enough to attract and keep good roofers.
Complete Job Cost
Add material costs and dump fees to see the full job cost — and what percentage goes to labor vs. materials.
Typical Roofing Labor Rates
Rates vary by region, roof complexity, and material type. Here are common ranges.
| Roof Type | Labor Rate/Square |
|---|---|
| 3-Tab Shingles (tear-off + install) | $50–$80 |
| Architectural Shingles (tear-off + install) | $65–$100 |
| Metal Roofing (standing seam) | $100–$175 |
| Flat / Low-Slope (TPO, EPDM) | $75–$120 |
| Tile Roofing | $125–$200 |
| New Construction (no tear-off) | $40–$65 |
Rates are approximate and vary by market. Steep roofs, multiple layers, and difficult access can add $10–$30/square to labor costs.
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