Roofers Salary in Illinois
Roofers in Illinois earn a median of $77,900 a year, +41% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,900
- vs. U.S. median
- +41% ($55,440)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,300
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,600; the top 10% earn over $106,530. Nationally the range is $37,460 to $81,720.
States ranked near Illinois
Similar jobs in Illinois
- Glaziers$61,840 median in Illinois
- Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters$41,530 median in Illinois
- Carpenters$79,000 median in Illinois
- Brickmasons and Blockmasons$89,980 median in Illinois
- Structural Iron and Steel Workers$101,850 median in Illinois
- Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers$105,580 median in Illinois
Roofers pay in Illinois
How much do roofers make in Illinois?
The median is $77,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,600 and the top 10% earn over $106,530. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for roofers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+41% vs. the national median of $55,440). Living costs are not included.