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Roof Replacement Cost in Phoenix, AZ (2026)
In the Phoenix-Mesa area, replacing the roof on a 2,000 sq ft one-story home with architectural shingles costs $8,870 to $24,030, including tear-off and the permit. The typical price is $14,640, 1.8% above the Arizona average of $14,380.
Estimate your roof in Phoenix
Most quotes for this job in Phoenix-Mesa fall between Low and High. Roof area: about 2,460 sq ft (24.6 squares), typical $600 per square.
| Roofing and materials | $5,180 |
|---|---|
| Labor (tear-off and installation) | $2,250 |
| Overhead, profit and disposal | $6,860 |
| Permit | $350 |
Total price in dollars for the same roof, for example 16000.
What sets roof prices in Phoenix-Mesa
- Roofer wages: roofers in the metro earn a median $22.96 an hour, compared with $22.76 across Arizona and $26.65 nationally (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025).
- Local price level: overall prices in the metro are 3.3% above the national average (Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2024).
- Permit: $353 for a typical job in Phoenix, included in the estimate. Details below.
- Housing stock: half of owner-occupied homes in the metro were built before 1996, and 25.8% of all homes before 1980 (Census ACS 2024). Older roofs are more likely to hide extra layers or damaged decking.
- Climate: Maricopa County is in energy code climate zone 2B (hot-dry).
Storms and roofing in Phoenix
Monsoon wind is the main storm risk: Maricopa County logged 659 damaging thunderstorm wind reports from 2016 to 2025, plus 98 hail reports with hail up to 2 in, and 13 tornadoes (NOAA). Source: NOAA Storm Events Database.
Many Phoenix homes have concrete tile roofs: choose Concrete tile in the calculator above. Flat roofs with spray foam or other low-slope systems are not covered, so get a separate quote for those. Heat and strong sun are hard on roofing, so ask about attic ventilation and reflective materials.
Roof permit in Phoenix
Phoenix's fee schedule puts a building permit for a $15,000 job at $353, more if plan review is needed (Planning and Development fee schedule, effective January 20, 2026). Guides disagree on whether a like-for-like shingle replacement needs a permit, so confirm with the city. Mesa, Chandler and Scottsdale set their own fees. Sources: City of Phoenix fee schedule.
Cost by home size and material in Phoenix-Mesa
Typical price, one story, medium pitch (6/12), one layer torn off.
| Home size | 3-tab shingles | Architectural shingles | Standing seam metal | Concrete tile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | $6,820 | $7,490 | $15,330 | $16,700 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $10,050 | $11,060 | $22,820 | $24,870 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $13,270 | $14,640 | $30,310 | $33,050 |
| 2,500 sq ft | $16,510 | $18,200 | $37,790 | $41,230 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $19,740 | $21,770 | $45,270 | $49,420 |
Phoenix compared with other cities
2,000 sq ft one-story home, architectural shingles, medium pitch, one layer torn off.
| Metro | Typical | Low to high | Roofer wage/hr | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $14,610 | $8,860-$24,010 | $22.59 | $181 |
| Houston, TX | $13,830 | $8,410-$22,730 | $21.87 | $125 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $14,640 | $8,870-$24,030 | $22.96 | $353 |
| Atlanta, GA | $14,440 | $8,770-$23,730 | $23.61 | $385 |
| Tampa, FL | $13,780 | $8,360-$22,630 | $22.68 | $181 |
| U.S. average | $15,110 | $9,160-$24,850 | $26.65 | - |
Common questions
How much does a new roof cost in Phoenix?
For a 2,000 sq ft one-story home with architectural shingles, a typical price in the Phoenix-Mesa area is $14,640, and most homeowners pay $8,870 to $24,030. A 1,500 sq ft home typically costs $11,060 and a 2,500 sq ft home $18,200.
Is metal roofing worth it in Phoenix?
Standing seam metal costs more up front: about $30,310 for a 2,000 sq ft one-story home here, against $14,640 for architectural shingles. Compare the price difference with how long you plan to stay and any insurance credit for the roof.
Does this estimate cover tile roofs in Phoenix?
Yes for concrete tile: choose Concrete tile above. A new concrete tile roof on a 2,000 sq ft one-story home typically costs $33,050 in the Phoenix area. Clay tile and flat spray foam roofs are not covered, so get quotes for those.
How we calculated this
The same line-item model as our national roof replacement guide, with Phoenix-Mesa roofer wages from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025), the metro price level from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (2024) and Phoenix's permit fee. Housing data come from the Census American Community Survey (2024) and storm counts from NOAA (2016-2025). Full methodology · Sources.
Estimates, not quotes. Prices vary by contractor, roof and neighborhood, and suburbs set their own permit fees.
Changelog
- : Published.
- : City data recorded: Phoenix-Mesa roofer wages (BLS, May 2025), metro price level (BEA, 2024), housing data (Census ACS 2024), NOAA storm events (2016-2025) and the Phoenix permit fee.
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