Summary
Comprehensive salary benchmarking for Roofers in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, featuring median annual wages, entry-level and top-end pay, year-over-year growth amid labor shortages, and comparisons to national averages and peer metros based on latest 2026 BLS and industry data.
Salary Overview
Compared to National Average: Approximately 8% below the BLS national roofer median of $50,970.
Comparable Metro Area Salary Analysis
Comparable to Phoenix ($50,380, BLS metro), Houston ($51,289, Glassdoor), and Austin ($48,040, BLS metro); lower than Chicago ($69,570, BLS metro) and Los Angeles ($64,600, BLS metro).
Factors Influencing Local Salary
- High demand from storms and construction growth
- Experience and career stage
- Union presence in urban areas
- Licensing requirements
- Cost of living slightly above national average
Salary by Career Stage
Apprentice/Entry-Level: $37K-$45K
Journeyman/Mid-Level: $50K-$65K
Experienced/Master: $70K-$90K
Average: $50K-$52K
Job Outlook and Market Trends
Job growth aligned with construction sector at ~1.1% in Texas; high demand due to storm repairs, hail damage, heat-resistant roofing, and infrastructure; national roofer growth 6% through 2034.
Guidance for Professionals and Employers
Field service owners: Benchmark wages at $23-25/hr average; set billable rates 2.5-3x labor costs to cover overhead, materials, and 25-30% margins amid rising demand. Offer competitive perks like signing bonuses and training to attract talent in tight market.
Job seekers: Pursue TDLR licensing, specialize in impact-resistant shingles for premium pay.
Cost of Living Context
Dallas COL index ~102 (2% above national); competitive salaries provide good purchasing power vs. coastal cities, but rising housing in DFW suburbs like Frisco erodes gains for entry-level. A $50K salary goes further than equivalent in CA but less than rural TX due to urban demand.
Popular Benefits Offered
- Signing bonuses up to $10K
- Health benefits and IRA
- Paid training and certifications
- Gas cards or vehicle allowances
- Overtime opportunities
- PTO and retirement plans
