How much does a roof replacement cost? (2026)
A roof replacement costs about $11,900 on average in 2026, with most projects running $7,700–$27,200 for a typical 1,700 sq ft roof (about a 1,500 sq ft single-story home). That works out to roughly $4.50–$16 per sq ft of roof.
Roof replacement cost, by tier
| Tier | Per sq ft of roof | Typical project |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $4.50 | $7,700 |
| Mid-range | $7 | $11,900 |
| High-end | $16 | $27,200 |
Project totals assume a typical 1,700 sq ft roof (about a 1,500 sq ft single-story home) — an illustrative size to show scale, not a benchmark. Your total scales with the actual size.
Roof replacement cost by region
Labor and materials vary widely by region. Against the national average, a mid-range roof replacement runs roughly:
| Region | Typical per sq ft of roof | vs. national |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast | $8.26 | 18% above the national average |
| Midwest | $6.30 | 10% below the national average |
| South | $6.16 | 12% below the national average |
| West | $7.98 | 14% above the national average |
Roof replacement cost by state
Northeast
Midwest
South
Sources
Roof replacement figures are drawn from Angi, Fixr editorial cost guides (2026) and adjusted by US Census region, last sourced 2026-07-05. They are budgeting estimates — rough starting points, not quotes, and not financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a roof replacement cost in 2026?
- A roof replacement costs about $11,900 on average, with most projects running $7,700–$27,200 for a typical 1,700 sq ft roof (about a 1,500 sq ft single-story home). Actual cost depends on materials, scope, and local labor.
- What is the cost per sq ft of roof?
- Installed rates run about $4.50–$16 per sq ft of roof, or roughly $7 per sq ft of roof for a mid-range job.
- Are these roof replacement costs a quote?
- No. They are estimates from Angi, Fixr editorial cost guides (2026), adjusted for region — useful for budgeting and comparing homes, not a substitute for a contractor's quote.
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