Roof replacement cost in Eau Claire, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $5,900 – $12,000
- Per sq ft of roof
- $2.90 – $5.75
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $9,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #125
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a new roof in the Eau Claire area: $5,900 to $12,000 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 4% lower than the US figure. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.8).
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Eau Claire, WI, standard level
$7,700 to $10,100
About $3.75 to $4.90 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 62% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,750 |
| Labor | $5,050 | $6,050 |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $350 |
| Total | $7,700 | $10,100 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Eau Claire, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,500 | $3,100 | $4,700 | 35% |
| Labor | $4,300 | $5,550 | $6,800 | 62% |
| Permits and fees | $95 | $280 | $460 | 3% |
| Total | $5,900 | $8,900 | $12,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Eau Claire number
Labor is 62% 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 Eau Claire the blended ratio comes out at 0.97.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Eau Claire is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,300 nationally becomes $3,100 here (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Permits follow the all-items index of 92.8: $95 to $460.
Who does the work: Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire the blend is 0.97.
Roofers (47-2181), 85% of the weighting: a median of $24.70 an hour, 7% below the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $23.01 and $30.28 an hour. About 70 work in the metro. That is 8.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 15%) the local median is $28.00 an hour, which is 24% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.33 and $36.35 an hour. BLS counts 640 of them working in the area, 74.4 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 $1,000 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $310. That is a swing of roughly 3.4% to 11.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Eau Claire has 86,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 226th 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% | $23.01 | $24.70 | $30.28 | $26.65 | 0.93 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 15% | $22.33 | $28.00 | $36.35 | $22.66 | 1.24 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
The best months for roof in Eau Claire
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Eau Claire Rgnl Ap (5 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 Eau Claire are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March, November and December the average high stays below 45°F. Sealants, adhesives and some materials, such as vinyl, are harder to install well in the cold, and short daylight cuts the working day.
Eau Claire gets about 33 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 55 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (4.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 3.1 and 2.5 inches. The station averages about 10 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 | 23 | 6 | 1.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 28 | 9 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 21 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 57 | 33 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 70 | 45 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 56 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 60 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 58 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 72 | 49 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 37 | 2.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 42 | 25 | 1.8 | Cold |
| Dec | 29 | 13 | 1.4 | Cold |
How Eau Claire compares
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 $8,900 to $11,400 across Eau Claire and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eau Claire, WIthis page | $5,900 – $12,000 | $8,900 | |
| Wausau, WI75 miles | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,500 | +7% |
| Rochester, MN85 miles | $6,650 – $13,200 | $9,900 | +11% |
| La Crosse, WI85 miles | $6,400 – $12,800 | $9,650 | +8% |
| Minneapolis, MN100 miles | $7,700 – $15,200 | $11,400 | +28% |
| Oshkosh, WI140 miles | $6,300 – $12,600 | $9,450 | +6% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $6,400 – $12,800 | $9,600 | +8% |
| United States | $6,100 – $12,500 | $9,300 | +4% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Eau Claire ranks #125 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Eau Claire is 7% below the Wisconsin figure.
Elsewhere in Wisconsin
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $6,450 – $12,900 | $9,700 | +9% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $6,500 – $13,000 | $9,750 | +9% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,550 | +7% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $6,600 – $13,100 | $9,850 | +10% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $6,300 – $12,600 | $9,450 | +6% |
| La Crosse, WI | 84,380 jobs | $6,400 – $12,800 | $9,650 | +8% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Eau Claire against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $5,250 – $11,100 | $8,150 | −9% |
| Jackson, TN | 84,530 jobs | $5,350 – $11,100 | $8,250 | −8% |
| Joplin, MO | 87,190 jobs | $4,950 – $10,500 | $7,700 | −14% |
| La Crosse, WI | 84,380 jobs | $6,400 – $12,800 | $9,650 | +8% |
Planning more than one job in Eau Claire?
Jobs that often go together with roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Eau Claire wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, gutters comes out highest (+1%) and attic insulation lowest (−2%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,200 – $31,800 | −2% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,350 – $4,250 | +1% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,450 – $25,400 | +1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $3,900 | −2% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: roof replacement pricing in Eau Claire
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Eau Claire. 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
$5,900 to $8,300
3-tab shingles, single layer, simple roof
Standard
$7,700 to $10,100
Architectural shingles, standard pitch and tear-off
Premium
$9,550 to $12,000
Heavy architectural, steep or cut-up roof, decking repairs
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $3,550 – $5,100 | $4,700 – $6,200 | $5,850 – $7,350 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $5,900 – $8,300 | $7,700 – $10,100 | $9,550 – $12,000 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $8,200 – $11,500 | $10,700 – $14,100 | $13,200 – $16,600 |
| very large (3,600 sq ft of roof) | $10,500 – $14,800 | $13,700 – $18,000 | $16,900 – $21,200 |
Roof replacement: what moves the price in Eau Claire
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.
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.
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Roof replacement in Eau Claire: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a roof in Eau Claire?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $5,900 to $12,000 in the Eau Claire area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,700 to $10,100. 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 Eau Claire?
About $2.90 to $5.75 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $95 to $460 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $3 to $6.
+Is roof cheaper in Eau Claire or Wausau?
Wausau is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $9,500, which is 7% more than Eau Claire ($8,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Eau Claire?
About 62% at the midpoint, or $5,550 out of $8,900. Materials are 35% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 61%.
+What would large (2,800 sq ft of roof) cost in Eau Claire?
$8,200 to $16,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does roof need a permit in Eau Claire?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $95 to $460 for fees in the Eau Claire area (our national range of $100 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Eau Claire expensive for roof compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Eau Claire is 7% below the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($9,600 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Eau Claire?
The BLS median is $24.70 an hour in the Eau Claire area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.01 to $30.28.
+What do basic and premium roof work cost in Eau Claire?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $5,900 to $8,300 and premium work $9,550 to $12,000. 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 Eau Claire?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. April 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 Eau Claire
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.