Cost overview

How much does a new roof cost?

A typical asphalt re-roof runs $9,000–$18,000, averaging around $11,000. Material, roof size, and pitch move that number more than anything else. Here’s the full picture by material — and when you’re ready for a figure tuned to your roof, use the calculator.

Interactive tool Price your exact roof → Material, size, pitch, stories, and tear-off — with a per-square breakdown and a low–high range.

Typical total cost by material

These are all-in installed ranges for a typical ~22-square (≈2,200 sq ft) roof, including tear-off, underlayment, flashing, labor, and permits. A bigger, steeper, or harder-to-access roof runs higher; a small ranch runs lower.

MATERIALtypical total · service life

Asphalt — 3-tab (basic)$8,000 – $13,000 · 15–20 yrs

Asphalt — architectural$9,000 – $18,000 · 20–30 yrs

Metal — corrugated$12,000 – $24,000 · 30–45 yrs

Wood shake$15,000 – $30,000 · 25–35 yrs

Synthetic / composite$18,000 – $34,000 · 40–50 yrs

Metal — standing seam$22,000 – $40,000 · 40–70 yrs

Clay / concrete tile$24,000 – $48,000 · 50+ yrs

Natural slate$30,000 – $75,000+ · 75–100 yrs

Want it broken down per square foot or per square instead? See the roof cost per square guide, or compare two popular choices head-to-head in the asphalt vs metal cost guide.

What you’re paying for

Roughly 40% of a re-roof is materials and 60% is labor and overhead, though that shifts with premium materials. The job includes tear-off and disposal of the old roof, new underlayment, flashing, drip edge, ventilation, the roofing material itself, cleanup, and permits.

What pushes a quote higher

Steep or cut-up roofs (more labor, staging, waste)
Multiple stories and difficult access
Rotted decking discovered at tear-off
Multiple old layers to remove
High local labor rates — see cost by state

Storm damage?

If a storm caused it, you may not pay full price. Check the coverage verdict and estimate your claim payout first.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a new roof cost on average?

For a typical ~22-square home with architectural asphalt shingles, a re-roof runs roughly $9,000–$18,000, averaging near $11,000. Basic 3-tab is cheaper; metal, tile, and slate cost considerably more and last longer.

How much does a metal roof cost vs asphalt?

Asphalt architectural shingles run roughly $4–$7 per square foot installed; standing-seam metal is closer to $9–$16 per square foot. Metal costs two to three times as much up front but lasts 40–50+ years versus 20–25 for asphalt.

How long does a roof replacement take?

Most asphalt re-roofs on an average home take one to three days, weather permitting. Larger, steeper, or premium-material roofs (tile, slate, metal) take longer.

Will insurance pay for my new roof?

Only if a covered, sudden peril (hail, wind, fallen tree, fire) caused the damage — not age or wear. And an older roof is often paid at depreciated actual cash value. Check the coverage verdict and ACV-vs-RCV payout tools before assuming.

Sources & methodology

Roof replacement cost data — Angi (national average ≈ $9,500; typical range ≈ $5,900–$13,000)
Roof replacement cost data — Bob Vila
Roofing cost per square / per square foot data — HomeGuide
A licensed, insured roofing contractor in your area — the authoritative source for a measured quote and scope

Estimates compiled from the sources above and standard cost models — not professional, insurance, or legal advice, and may not reflect your policy or local prices. See our full methodology and disclaimer.