Roof replacement cost in Spartanburg, SC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $5,150 – $10,800
- Per sq ft of roof
- $2.50 – $5.20
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −14%
- US $9,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #287
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace a roof in Spartanburg, plan on $5,150 to $10,800 for 2,000 sq ft of roof, all in. Per sq ft of roof, that is $2.50 to $5.20 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 14% lower than the national one. Roofers earn a median of $20.70 an hour in the Spartanburg area, 22% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Spartanburg, SC, standard level
$6,850 to $9,100
About $3.30 to $4.40 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,500 | $3,850 |
| Labor | $4,100 | $4,950 |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $350 |
| Total | $6,850 | $9,100 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Spartanburg, SC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,550 | $3,200 | $4,800 | 40% |
| Labor | $3,500 | $4,550 | $5,550 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $270 | $460 | 3% |
| Total | $5,150 | $8,000 | $10,800 | 100% |
Where the Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg the blended ratio comes out at 0.79.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Spartanburg metro is 96.3 (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 (91.1) and land at $90 to $460.
Climate in Spartanburg: timing your roof job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Spartanburg 3 Sse (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
August through June is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Spartanburg (11 of 12 months). July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Spartanburg gets about 50 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, June and December (4.8 inches in March). Inside the workable window, September and November are the driest, at 3.6 and 3.7 inches. The station averages about 57 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 | 54 | 32 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Feb | 59 | 34 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 66 | 40 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 75 | 47 | 4.3 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 65 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 69 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 88 | 68 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 83 | 62 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 49 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 64 | 38 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 56 | 34 | 4.7 | Workable |
Spartanburg: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Spartanburg 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
$5,150 to $7,400
3-tab shingles, single layer, simple roof
Standard
$6,850 to $9,100
Architectural shingles, standard pitch and tear-off
Premium
$8,550 to $10,800
Heavy architectural, steep or cut-up roof, decking repairs
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $3,100 – $4,550 | $4,200 – $5,600 | $5,250 – $6,700 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $5,150 – $7,400 | $6,850 – $9,100 | $8,550 – $10,800 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $7,150 – $10,300 | $9,500 – $12,600 | $11,800 – $15,000 |
| very large (3,600 sq ft of roof) | $9,150 – $13,100 | $12,200 – $16,100 | $15,100 – $19,100 |
Spartanburg against nearby metros and the rest of South Carolina
Same job, same size (2,000 sq ft of roof), priced for the nearest metros. Asheville is the priciest of the group at $8,700.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg, SCthis page | $5,150 – $10,800 | $8,000 | |
| Greenville, SC35 miles | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | +4% |
| Charlotte, NC65 miles | $5,550 – $11,500 | $8,550 | +7% |
| Asheville, NC70 miles | $5,650 – $11,700 | $8,700 | +9% |
| Columbia, SC70 miles | $5,250 – $11,000 | $8,150 | +2% |
| Hickory, NC70 miles | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | +5% |
| South Carolina (statewide) | $5,300 – $11,200 | $8,250 | +3% |
| United States | $6,100 – $12,500 | $9,300 | +17% |
Across 300 US metros, Spartanburg comes in at #287 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, Spartanburg is 3% below the South Carolina figure.
Other South Carolina metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 434,900 jobs | $5,400 – $11,300 | $8,350 | +4% |
| Columbia, SC | 394,200 jobs | $5,250 – $11,000 | $8,150 | +2% |
| Charleston, SC | 394,170 jobs | $5,500 – $11,400 | $8,450 | +6% |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | 146,260 jobs | $5,300 – $11,100 | $8,250 | +3% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $5,350 – $11,200 | $8,250 | +3% |
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $5,450 – $11,300 | $8,400 | +5% |
Cities with a workforce like Spartanburg's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Spartanburg against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $5,250 – $11,000 | $8,100 | +2% |
| Beaumont, TX | 163,220 jobs | $5,300 – $11,100 | $8,200 | +3% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $7,650 – $14,800 | $11,200 | +40% |
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,550 | +19% |
Spartanburg labor market for roof
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 Spartanburg is 0.79 times the national level.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 85%) the local median is $20.70 an hour, which is 22% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $18.36 and $23.31 an hour. BLS counts 130 of them working in the area, 7.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 15% of the weighting: a median of $20.29 an hour, 10% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.77 and $23.33 an hour. About 1,310 work in the metro. That is 79.3 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 ($23.31 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $470. At the 25th percentile ($18.36) it shrinks by about $430. The total moves by 5.9% or 5.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 165,150 jobs in the Spartanburg area. That makes it the 143rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.11% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 85% | $18.36 | $20.70 | $23.31 | $26.65 | 0.78 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 15% | $17.77 | $20.29 | $23.33 | $22.66 | 0.90 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.79 | |||||
Why two Spartanburg 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.
Related projects, priced for Spartanburg
Because every project leans on different trades, Spartanburg's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs −4% and metal roof −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,650 – $29,100 | −12% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,900 | −7% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,750 – $23,200 | −8% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,850 | −4% |
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Roof replacement in Spartanburg: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a roof in Spartanburg?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $5,150 to $10,800 in the Spartanburg area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,850 to $9,100. 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 Spartanburg?
About $2.50 to $5.20 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $90 to $460 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $3 to $6.
+Is roof cheaper in Spartanburg or Greenville?
Greenville is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $8,350, which is 4% more than Spartanburg ($8,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Spartanburg?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $4,550 out of $8,000. Materials are 40% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 61%.
+What would large (2,800 sq ft of roof) cost in Spartanburg?
$7,150 to $15,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does roof need a permit in Spartanburg?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $90 to $460 for fees in the Spartanburg area (our national range of $100 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Spartanburg expensive for roof compared with the rest of South Carolina?
Spartanburg is 3% below the South Carolina statewide estimate ($8,250 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in South Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Spartanburg?
The BLS median is $20.70 an hour in the Spartanburg area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.36 to $23.31.
+What do basic and premium roof work cost in Spartanburg?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $5,150 to $7,400 and premium work $8,550 to $10,800. 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 Spartanburg?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are August through June. September and November 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 Spartanburg
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.