Roof Replacement Cost by House Size
One of the biggest factors in roof replacement cost is the size of your home. While roof area doesn't always match home square footage exactly, there's a strong correlation.
Cost by Size: Architectural Asphalt Shingles
Moderate pitch, Southeast region, includes old roof removal. Select a material to update the table.
| Roof Size | Low | Mid | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | $6,450 | $7,825 | $9,200 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $9,675 | $11,738 | $13,800 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $12,900 | $15,650 | $18,400 |
| 2,500 sq ft | $16,125 | $19,563 | $23,000 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $19,350 | $23,475 | $27,600 |
| 3,500 sq ft | $22,575 | $27,388 | $32,200 |
| 4,000 sq ft | $25,800 | $31,300 | $36,800 |
| 5,000 sq ft | $32,250 | $39,125 | $46,000 |
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How the most popular roofing materials compare for an average-sized home.
3-Tab Asphalt Shingles
$12,900
Range: $10,700 – $15,100
Architectural Asphalt Shingles
$15,650
Range: $12,900 – $18,400
Standing Seam Metal
$27,200
Range: $20,600 – $33,800
Corrugated Metal
$18,950
Range: $15,100 – $22,800
Clay Tile
$33,800
Range: $25,000 – $42,600
Natural Slate
$52,500
Range: $36,000 – $69,000
Why Home Size Doesn't Equal Roof Size
Your roof area is typically larger than your home's square footage because:
- Roof pitch adds surface area
- Overhangs extend beyond walls
- Multi-story homes have smaller roof footprints
- Garages and additions add complexity
Rule of thumb:
- 1-story homes: roof ≈ 105% of home sq ft
- 2-story homes: roof ≈ 60–70% of home sq ft
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