Roofers Salary in Tennessee
Roofers in Tennessee make a median of $44,780 a year, or about $21.53 an hour. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $61K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Tennessee. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $45K get you in Tennessee?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Tennessee
Entry-level roofers (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $61K or more, a $29K spread from bottom to top.
Roofers salary by metro in Tennessee
7 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morristown | $48K | +7% | 100 |
| Memphis | $47K | +5% | 400 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $45K | +1% | 690 |
| Knoxville | $41K | -7% | 470 |
| Chattanooga | $41K | -9% | 200 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $39K | -13% | 90 |
| Jackson | $37K | -17% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do roofers make in Tennessee?
The median is $44,780 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,370, and experienced roofers can clear $60,680. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in Tennessee?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,168/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,215/month, which eats 38.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a roofers salary go in Tennessee?
Tennessee has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median roofers salary is worth about $49,877 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do roofers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.