How much does a roof replacement cost in Louisiana? (2026)
A roof replacement in Louisiana costs about $10,500 on average in 2026, with most projects running $6,700–$23,900 for a typical 1,700 sq ft roof (about a 1,500 sq ft single-story home). That works out to roughly $4–$14 per sq ft of roof. Louisiana costs run about 12% below the national average.
Roof replacement cost in Louisiana, by tier
| Tier | Per sq ft of roof | Typical project |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $4 | $6,700 |
| Mid-range | $6.25 | $10,500 |
| High-end | $14 | $23,900 |
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.
How Louisiana compares
Louisiana sits in the South region, where a roof replacement typically runs 12% below the national average. See the national roof replacement cost guide for the full regional breakdown, or compare nearby states:
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 Louisiana in 2026?
- A roof replacement in Louisiana costs about $10,500 on average, with most projects running $6,700–$23,900 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–$14 per sq ft of roof in Louisiana, or roughly $6.25 per sq ft of roof for a mid-range job.
- Is a roof replacement more expensive in Louisiana?
- Louisiana is in the South region, where roof replacement costs run about 12% below the national average. These figures apply the regional labor and material adjustment to national benchmarks.
- 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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