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Roofers Salaries
in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $35.15 – $38.67
Average Annual Pay
Range: $73,112 – $80,423
Salaries for Roofers near Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN
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Alabama, AL
$24.11
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Alaska, AK
$33.13
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Arizona, AZ
$26.60
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Arkansas, AR
$22.13
40.0%Lower than Roofers in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
California, CA
$34.37
6.9%Lower than Roofers in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
How much do Roofers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$31.37/hr
Range: $29.88 - $32.87
Annual Rate
$65,253
Range: $62,145 - $68,360
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.91/hr
Range: $35.15 - $38.67
Annual Rate
$76,768
Range: $73,112 - $80,423
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$42.45/hr
Range: $40.42 - $44.47
Annual Rate
$88,283
Range: $84,079 - $92,486
Roofers job description
Roofers professionals are skilled tradespeople who build, maintain, and repair structures and infrastructure. They work on residential, commercial, and industrial projects using specialized tools and techniques.
- •Read and interpret blueprints and plans
- •Operate tools and equipment safely
- •Install, repair, or construct structures
- •Follow building codes and regulations
- •Maintain a safe work environment
- •Collaborate with other trades
- •Technical trade skills
- •Physical strength and stamina
- •Blueprint reading
- •Safety awareness
- •Problem-solving
- •Hand-eye coordination
- •Trade certification or apprenticeship
- •Valid driver's license
- •OSHA training preferred
- •Ability to work at heights and outdoors

