Quick answer: The median roofer in Delaware earns $28.58/hr — about $59,440 a year (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025), and the most experienced earn $74,000+. To hire one, a roofing company typically bills $65–$85 per hour — roughly 2–3× the worker's wage, to cover overhead and profit.
Here's the full picture: what roofers earn, what shops bill, what common jobs cost, how pay varies by metro, and how Delaware compares to other states.
Roofer income in Delaware (2025)
Based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Delaware's ~230 roofers:
| Experience level | Hourly | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry-level (10th percentile) | $17.14 | ~$2,971 | ~$35,651 |
| Median (typical) | $28.58 | ~$4,953 | $59,440 |
| Experienced (90th percentile) | $35.53 | ~$6,159 | ~$73,902 |
Monthly and annual figures assume full-time work (about 2,080 hours a year).
What you earn vs. what you charge
The wages above are what a roofer takes home. What a roofing company bills the customer is higher — it has to cover the truck, tools, insurance, licensing, fuel, office time, and profit. A shop typically bills 2.2–3× the worker's wage:
| Rate | |
|---|---|
| Median roofer wage (earned) | ~$29/hr |
| Typical shop rate (charged) | $65–$85/hr |
Where Delaware ranks
Delaware pays roofers 7% above the national median, ranking 17th of 51 states — in the upper tier nationally:
| Benchmark | Median hourly wage |
|---|---|
| Highest — Illinois | $37.45 |
| Delaware (17th) | $28.58 |
| National median | $26.65 |
| Lowest — Oklahoma | $21.00 |
Roofer rates by Delaware metro
Pay varies widely within the state. Median roofer wage by metro area (BLS, 2025):
| Metro area | Median wage | Typical billed rate |
|---|---|---|
| Dover | $28.04/hr | $60–$85/hr |
| Sussex Delaware nonmetropolitan area | $27.75/hr | $60–$85/hr |
What common roofing jobs cost in Delaware
At Delaware billed rates, here's what typical jobs run — labor plus materials, and every job differs:
| Job | Typical Delaware range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection | $100–$425 |
| Minor leak repair | $150–$650 |
| Replace missing shingles | $225–$750 |
| Flashing repair | $225–$650 |
| Gutter replacement | $850–$2,700 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $6,500–$16,000 installed |
| Metal roof installation | $10,500–$27,000 installed |
| Flat roof repair | $450–$1,600 |
| Roof ventilation install | $325–$975 |
| Skylight installation | $950–$2,700 |
Typical ranges to benchmark against — not quotes.
How roofers compare to other trades in Delaware
Here's how roofer pay lines up against Delaware's other skilled trades:
| Trade | Median wage | Typical billed rate |
|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $31.11/hr | $70–$95/hr |
| Electrician | $30.63/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| HVAC technician | $29.96/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Roofer | $28.58/hr | $65–$85/hr |
| Carpenter | $28.46/hr | $65–$85/hr |
Setting your own rate
Use these as benchmarks, not rules — your rate has to cover your real overhead and the profit margin you need. See how to price a job to run the math, then build a quote with the free roofer estimate generator, or download BIG INVOICE to invoice from your phone with your rates saved.
Do roofers need a license in Delaware?
Licensing requirements depend on the trade and where you work. See Delaware contractor & trade licensing to check whether roofers need a state license in Delaware, which board issues it, and how to apply.
Frequently asked questions
How much do roofers make in Delaware?
The median roofer in Delaware earns about $59,440 a year ($28.58/hr) per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Entry-level roofers earn around $36,000 and the most experienced earn $74,000 or more.
Can a roofer make $100,000 a year in Delaware?
Rarely as an employee — the top 10% of roofers in Delaware earn about $74,000 a year. The usual path past $100,000 is running your own roofing company and billing $65–$85/hr, where revenue — not just an hourly wage — is the ceiling.
How much do roofers charge per hour in Delaware?
In 2025, most Delaware roofers bill $65–$85 per hour. That billed rate covers the worker's wage (a $29/hr median) plus overhead and profit — it is not take-home pay.
Do roofers earn more in Delaware than nationally?
Yes — Delaware's median roofer wage is about 7% above the national median of $26.65/hr, ranking 17th of 51 states.
Which Delaware city pays roofers the most?
Dover, at a $28.04/hr median wage, is among the highest-paying metros in the state for roofers.
Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Billed rates and job-cost ranges are illustrative estimates (median wage × 2.2–3.0 overhead-and-profit markup), not quotes. Updated August 2026.