Roofer Apprenticeship in Missouri

At $53,430 per year, Roofer wages in Missouri are near the national median of $48,060. Combine that with zero tuition and the effective return exceeds what the raw salary suggests.

The $53,430 median in Missouri is within striking distance of the $50,970 national figure. Average wages, but apprenticeships here may still offer strong local placement.

Federal projections put Roofer growth at 5.9% over the next decade. The trade generates about 12,700 openings per year, driven more by an aging workforce than by net new positions.

With 2,050 Roofers employed (1.3% of the U.S. total), Missouri is a smaller market for this trade. Apprenticeship seekers may find limited local options and should explore neighboring states.

A Roofer apprenticeship runs 3 years at 6,000 hours. The time-based structure means you're logging real work alongside experienced tradespeople from week one, learning blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation in evening or weekend classes.

The apprenticeship infrastructure in Missouri is extensive: 1,231 registered sponsors operate across the state. Union halls, contractors, and joint apprenticeship committees all accept applications.

The 10th-to-90th percentile gap for Roofers in Missouri ($39,270 to $82,990) covers $43,720. Moving up that curve comes from years on the job, foreman promotions, and contractor relationships.