Roof replacement cost in Montgomery, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $5,250 – $11,000
- Per sq ft of roof
- $2.55 – $5.25
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $9,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #269
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a new roof in the Montgomery area: $5,250 to $11,000 for 2,000 sq ft of roof. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 13% lower than the US figure. Roofers earn a median of $21.96 an hour in the Montgomery area, 18% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Montgomery, AL, standard level
$6,950 to $9,250
About $3.40 to $4.45 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,550 | $3,850 |
| Labor | $4,250 | $5,100 |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $340 |
| Total | $6,950 | $9,250 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Montgomery, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,550 | $3,200 | $4,800 | 39% |
| Labor | $3,600 | $4,650 | $5,700 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $270 | $450 | 3% |
| Total | $5,250 | $8,100 | $11,000 | 100% |
Where the Montgomery price comes from
Labor is 57% of the midpoint bill here, against 61% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is roofers (85%), construction laborers (15%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Montgomery the blended ratio comes out at 0.82. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Montgomery is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,300 nationally becomes $3,200 here (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Permits follow the all-items index of 89.7: $90 to $450.
Data note: 85% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Montgomery. The wage table below marks each row.
Is Montgomery cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 2,000 sq ft of roof range from $7,900 to $8,250 across Montgomery and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery, ALthis page | $5,250 – $11,000 | $8,100 | |
| Auburn, AL50 miles | $5,200 – $11,000 | $8,100 | level |
| Birmingham, AL80 miles | $5,300 – $11,100 | $8,250 | +1% |
| Columbus, GA90 miles | $5,050 – $10,700 | $7,900 | −3% |
| Dothan, AL95 miles | $5,150 – $10,900 | $8,000 | −1% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL95 miles | $5,200 – $11,000 | $8,100 | level |
| Alabama (statewide) | $5,250 – $11,000 | $8,100 | level |
| United States | $6,100 – $12,500 | $9,300 | +15% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Montgomery ranks #269 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Montgomery is 0% below the Alabama figure.
Elsewhere in Alabama
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $5,300 – $11,100 | $8,250 | +1% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $5,250 – $11,000 | $8,150 | level |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $5,200 – $11,000 | $8,100 | level |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $5,200 – $11,000 | $8,100 | level |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $5,250 – $11,100 | $8,150 | +1% |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $5,200 – $11,000 | $8,100 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Montgomery against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $7,650 – $14,800 | $11,200 | +38% |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $5,150 – $10,800 | $8,000 | −2% |
| Lubbock, TX | 166,780 jobs | $4,600 – $9,900 | $7,250 | −11% |
| Beaumont, TX | 163,220 jobs | $5,300 – $11,100 | $8,200 | +1% |
Who does the work: Montgomery trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 2 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Montgomery the blend is 0.82.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 85% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Montgomery metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median: $21.96 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.36 and $25.64 an hour.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 15%) the local median is $17.61 an hour, which is 22% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $14.10 and $21.41 an hour. BLS counts 1,040 of them working in the area, 62.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (roofers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $670 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $290. That is a swing of roughly 3.6% to 8.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Montgomery has 165,550 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 142nd by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 85% | $20.36 | $21.96 | $25.64 | $26.65 | 0.82 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 15% | $14.10 | $17.61 | $21.41 | $22.66 | 0.78 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.82 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Montgomery
Jobs that often go together with roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Montgomery wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, attic insulation comes out highest (−4%) and vinyl siding lowest (−13%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,650 – $29,000 | −12% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,800 | −10% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,350 – $22,000 | −13% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $960 – $3,850 | −4% |
Montgomery: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Montgomery. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small (1,200 sq ft of roof) to very large (3,600 sq ft of roof).
Basic
$5,250 to $7,550
3-tab shingles, single layer, simple roof
Standard
$6,950 to $9,250
Architectural shingles, standard pitch and tear-off
Premium
$8,700 to $11,000
Heavy architectural, steep or cut-up roof, decking repairs
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $3,150 – $4,600 | $4,250 – $5,700 | $5,350 – $6,750 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $5,250 – $7,550 | $6,950 – $9,250 | $8,700 – $11,000 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $7,300 – $10,500 | $9,650 – $12,800 | $12,000 – $15,200 |
| very large (3,600 sq ft of roof) | $9,350 – $13,400 | $12,400 – $16,400 | $15,400 – $19,400 |
The best months for roof in Montgomery
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Montgomery Ap (10 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Montgomery are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Montgomery gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, July and December (5.2 inches in March). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.7 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 93 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60 | 37 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Feb | 65 | 40 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 72 | 47 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 79 | 53 | 4.0 | Workable |
| May | 86 | 61 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 92 | 69 | 4.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 94 | 72 | 5.1 | Hot |
| Aug | 94 | 71 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 66 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 80 | 55 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 70 | 43 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 62 | 39 | 5.0 | Workable |
Specs and site conditions that change a Montgomery bid
Tear-off
Removing the old roof is $1-$5 per sq ft depending on the material and number of layers (HomeGuide). Check that your quote includes it.
Permit
Roof replacement permits run $100-$500 depending on the location.
Shingle type
3-tab asphalt is $3-$5 per sq ft installed; architectural is $4-$6 (HomeGuide). Metal, tile and slate are separate projects with much higher ranges.
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Roof replacement in Montgomery: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a roof in Montgomery?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $5,250 to $11,000 in the Montgomery area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,950 to $9,250. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft of roof and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft of roof for roof in Montgomery?
About $2.55 to $5.25 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $90 to $450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $3 to $6.
+Is roof cheaper in Montgomery or Auburn?
Auburn is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $8,100, which is 0% less than Montgomery ($8,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Montgomery?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $4,650 out of $8,100. Materials are 39% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 61%.
+What would large (2,800 sq ft of roof) cost in Montgomery?
$7,300 to $15,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does roof need a permit in Montgomery?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $90 to $450 for fees in the Montgomery area (our national range of $100 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Montgomery expensive for roof compared with the rest of Alabama?
Montgomery is 0% below the Alabama statewide estimate ($8,100 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Alabama; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Montgomery?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $21.96 an hour, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.36 to $25.64.
+What do basic and premium roof work cost in Montgomery?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $5,250 to $7,550 and premium work $8,700 to $11,000. Basic means: 3-tab shingles, single layer, simple roof. Premium means: heavy architectural, steep or cut-up roof, decking repairs.
+When is the best time to replace a roof in Montgomery?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. September and October are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Roof replacement near Montgomery
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Roof Replacement Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = HomeGuide's asphalt shingle price of $80-$250 per roofing square (100 sq ft), i.e. $0.80-$2.50 per sq ft. The rest of the installed price covers roofer labor ($1.50-$3.00/sq ft), tear-off, disposal, underlayment and contractor overhead.