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Roofers

Role Overview

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.

Salary by State (top paying)

State Median salary
Minnesota $77,730
New Jersey $73,410
Massachusetts $72,360
Illinois $66,940
New York $63,350
Connecticut $63,340
Alaska $63,120
California $63,040
Washington $60,330
Delaware $59,280
Rhode Island $58,510
District of Columbia $57,150
Hawaii $56,950
Ohio $56,420
Oregon $56,320

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$50,970

Projected Growth (10yr)

+5.9%

Avg. annual openings

12.7k

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