Roof replacement cost in Palm Bay, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $5,500 – $11,400
- Per sq ft of roof
- $2.70 – $5.45
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $9,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #182
- 1 = most expensive
Palm Bay homeowners pay roughly $5,500 to $11,400 to replace a roof at 2,000 sq ft of roof, or $2.70 to $5.45 per sq ft of roof (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Palm Bay is 9% lower. Roofers earn a median of $22.97 an hour in the Palm Bay area, 14% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Palm Bay, FL, standard level
$7,250 to $9,650
About $3.55 to $4.65 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 59% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,500 | $3,850 |
| Labor | $4,550 | $5,450 |
| Permits and fees | $220 | $380 |
| Total | $7,250 | $9,650 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Palm Bay, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,550 | $3,200 | $4,800 | 38% |
| Labor | $3,850 | $5,000 | $6,100 | 59% |
| Permits and fees | $100 | $300 | $500 | 4% |
| Total | $5,500 | $8,450 | $11,400 | 100% |
Where the Palm Bay price comes from
Labor is 59% 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 Palm Bay the blended ratio comes out at 0.87.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Palm Bay metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,000 sq ft of roof comes to $3,200, compared with $3,300 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.0) and land at $100 to $500.
When to schedule roof in Palm Bay
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Palm Bay (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Palm Bay (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Palm Bay gets about 56 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, August and September (8.0 inches in September). Inside the workable window, February and December are the driest, at 2.4 and 2.5 inches. The station averages about 102 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 73 | 49 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Feb | 75 | 52 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 79 | 55 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 83 | 60 | 2.8 | Workable |
| May | 87 | 65 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 71 | 7.6 | Hot |
| Jul | 91 | 73 | 6.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 73 | 7.1 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 72 | 8.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 85 | 67 | 5.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 79 | 59 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 75 | 52 | 2.5 | Workable |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 2 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Palm Bay is 0.87 times the national level.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 85%) the local median is $22.97 an hour, which is 14% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $18.56 and $28.50 an hour. BLS counts 540 of them working in the area, 22.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 15% of the weighting: a median of $21.50 an hour, 5% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.96 and $23.16 an hour. About 1,870 work in the metro. That is 76.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the roofers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($28.50 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,000. At the 25th percentile ($18.56) it shrinks by about $800. The total moves by 11.9% or 9.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 245,170 jobs in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville area. That makes it the 104th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.16% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 85% | $18.56 | $22.97 | $28.50 | $26.65 | 0.86 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 15% | $17.96 | $21.50 | $23.16 | $22.66 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.87 | |||||
Is Palm Bay 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 $8,250 to $8,600 across Palm Bay and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay, FLthis page | $5,500 – $11,400 | $8,450 | |
| Orlando, FL40 miles | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | −1% |
| Sebastian, FL40 miles | $5,600 – $11,600 | $8,600 | +1% |
| Lakeland, FL65 miles | $5,350 – $11,200 | $8,250 | −2% |
| Deltona, FL70 miles | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | −1% |
| Port St. Lucie, FL75 miles | $5,450 – $11,400 | $8,400 | −1% |
| Florida (statewide) | $5,500 – $11,500 | $8,500 | level |
| United States | $6,100 – $12,500 | $9,300 | +10% |
Across 300 US metros, Palm Bay comes in at #182 from the top. The priciest is Worcester, MA at $13,800; the cheapest is El Paso, TX at $7,200 (midpoints, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Statewide, Palm Bay is 0% below the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $5,650 – $11,900 | $8,800 | +4% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | −1% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | −1% |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $5,450 – $11,400 | $8,400 | −1% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $5,550 – $11,600 | $8,600 | +1% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Palm Bay's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Palm Bay against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $5,950 – $12,300 | $9,100 | +8% |
| Trenton, NJ | 240,190 jobs | $8,250 – $15,900 | $12,100 | +43% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $5,750 – $11,900 | $8,800 | +4% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $4,950 – $10,600 | $7,800 | −8% |
Why two Palm Bay quotes can differ
Roof area, not floor area
Pitch and complexity mean roof surface is larger than the house's footprint. A 1,500 sq ft ranch can have 1,800-2,200 sq ft of roof.
Tear-off and layers
Removing a second layer or rotted decking adds cost, and the contractor can only see decking damage after tear-off.
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.
What nearby projects cost in Palm Bay
Because every project leans on different trades, Palm Bay's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs −4% and vinyl siding −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,000 – $29,700 | −9% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,900 | −7% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,550 – $22,700 | −10% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $960 – $3,850 | −4% |
Palm Bay: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Palm Bay wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$5,500 to $7,850
3-tab shingles, single layer, simple roof
Standard
$7,250 to $9,650
Architectural shingles, standard pitch and tear-off
Premium
$9,050 to $11,400
Heavy architectural, steep or cut-up roof, decking repairs
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $3,350 – $4,850 | $4,450 – $5,950 | $5,550 – $7,050 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $5,500 – $7,850 | $7,250 – $9,650 | $9,050 – $11,400 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $7,650 – $10,900 | $10,100 – $13,400 | $12,500 – $15,800 |
| very large (3,600 sq ft of roof) | $9,800 – $14,000 | $12,900 – $17,100 | $16,000 – $20,200 |
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Roof replacement in Palm Bay: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a roof in Palm Bay?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $5,500 to $11,400 in the Palm Bay area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,250 to $9,650. 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 Palm Bay?
About $2.70 to $5.45 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $100 to $500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $3 to $6.
+Is roof cheaper in Palm Bay or Orlando?
Orlando is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $8,350, which is 1% less than Palm Bay ($8,450). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Palm Bay?
About 59% at the midpoint, or $5,000 out of $8,450. Materials are 38% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 61%.
+What would large (2,800 sq ft of roof) cost in Palm Bay?
$7,650 to $15,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does roof need a permit in Palm Bay?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $100 to $500 for fees in the Palm Bay area (our national range of $100 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Palm Bay expensive for roof compared with the rest of Florida?
Palm Bay is 0% below the Florida statewide estimate ($8,500 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Palm Bay?
The BLS median is $22.97 an hour in the Palm Bay area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.56 to $28.50.
+What do basic and premium roof work cost in Palm Bay?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $5,500 to $7,850 and premium work $9,050 to $11,400. 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 Palm Bay?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and December 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 Palm Bay
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.