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Roofers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Roofers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,600
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.9% vs 2024
$67,420
Mean Salary
$63,600
Median Salary
$30.58
Hourly Rate
21,190 people work as Roofers in California
Roofers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Roofers in California earn a median salary of $63,600 per year ($5,300/month).
This is 16.0% above the national average of $54,829.
California ranks #7 out of 51 states for Roofers pay.
Approximately 21,190 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 0.9% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Roofers
Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures.
Top Skills
Coordination
3.62
Active Listening
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Speaking
3.0
Monitoring
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Building and Construction
4.58
Customer and Personal Service
3.52
English Language
3.37
Public Safety and Security
3.32
Education and Training
3.22
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(48.9% of workers)
Salaries for Roofers in California range from $48,620 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $89,010 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $59,420 and $75,450.
Median $63,600
P10: $48,620P25: $59,420P75: $75,450P90: $89,010
10th
$48,620
25th
$59,420
Median
$63,600
75th
$75,450
90th
$89,010
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,620
$23.38
$4,051
25th Percentile
$59,420
$28.57
$4,951
Median (50th)
$63,600
$30.58
$5,300
75th Percentile
$75,450
$36.27
$6,287
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$89,010
$42.79
$7,417
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,420 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Roofers in California is $63,600 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,420.
What is the salary range for a Roofers in California?
Salaries for Roofers in California range from $48,620 at the 10th percentile to $89,010 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $59,420 and $75,450.
What is the starting salary for a Roofers in California?
Entry-level Roofers positions in California typically start around $48,620 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $59,420 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Roofers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 21,190 people are employed as Roofers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Roofers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Roofers in California is approximately $30.58 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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