Roofer Apprenticeship in New York

Wages, programs & career outlook
NY Median Salary
$63,350/yr
+24% vs. national
National Median
$50,970/yr
NY Employment
4,430
Roofers employed
NY Sponsors
823
Registered programs

New York Wage Spread

Annual wages for Roofers in New York across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$36,110
25th %ile
$49,490
Median
$63,350
75th %ile
$76,990
90th %ile
$115,440

Roofer Apprenticeship in New York

At $63,350/yr, New York Roofers earn a meaningful premium over the $48,060 national average — 32% more without requiring a bachelor's degree.

New York Roofers earn $63,350/yr — a 24% premium over the $50,970 national median for the trade. Strong union presence or high demand likely drives the spread.

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.

The 4,430 Roofers in New York (2.7% of the national total) place the state in the middle tier for trade employment. Apprenticeship availability tracks accordingly — present but not abundant.

Expect a 3-year commitment for a Roofer apprenticeship: 6,000 hours of supervised field work alongside coursework in blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation. Pay starts lower but scales up — most programs bump wages every six months.

New York's 823 registered apprenticeship sponsors create one of the more competitive markets for program placement. Candidates should apply to multiple programs, as the most popular ones fill quickly.

From $36,110 at the bottom to $115,440 at the top, Roofer wages in New York span a $79,330 range. The spread suggests significant upside for those who stay in the trade and build expertise.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in New York

823 registered apprenticeship sponsors in New York. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
Cold Spring Construction Company Akron
Ae Rosen Electrical Co., Inc. Albany
Albany Career Central Albany
B.B.A. Inc. Dba Bonacquisti Brothers Construction Albany
Best Paving & Sealcoating Inc Albany
Boilermakers Northeastern Jac Local #5, Zone 197 Albany
Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Oswego) Albany
Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Utica) Albany
Bricklayers-Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Albany) Albany
Carver Construction, Inc. Albany
Cek Rn Consulting, Inc Albany
Colonie Mechanical Contractors, Inc Albany
Comalli Group, Inc. Albany
Crisafulli Mechanical Llc Albany
E.W. Tompkinsco., Inc. Albany
Empire State Marine Trades Association Albany
Int'L Assoc Heat & Frost Insulators/Allied Workers Albany
Loc. #35 Int'L Union Of Elevator Constructors Jatc Albany
MTX Group Inc Albany
New York State Apprenticeship Agency Albany
New York State Department of Labor Albany
New York State Department of Labor | Division of Employment and Workforce Solutions| Apprenticeship Office Albany
New York State Office Of The State Comptroller Albany
North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund Albany
Nsh Usa Corporation Albany
+ 5 more sponsors in New York

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Roofers make in New York?
Roofers in New York earn a median salary of $63,350/yr according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024). This is above the national median of $50,970 for the trade.
How many years does it take to become a Roofer through apprenticeship?
A typical Roofer apprenticeship lasts approximately 3 years (6,000 hours of on-the-job training). The program combines paid work experience with related classroom instruction.
Is an apprenticeship better than trade school for Roofers?
The key difference: apprenticeships pay you during training while trade schools charge tuition. Many employers prefer apprenticeship-trained Roofers, but trade school can give you a head start on the classroom requirements.
What is the job outlook for Roofers?
The BLS projects 5.9% employment growth for Roofers through 2034 — steady demand. About 12700 positions open annually through both growth and retirements.
Where can I apply for a Roofer apprenticeship in New York?
There are 823 registered apprenticeship sponsors in New York. Start with your local IBEW, UA, or trade union office. You can also check apprenticeship.gov for listings and contact sponsors directly.
How much do Roofer apprentices earn?
Apprentices are paid employees from the start. In New York, a first-year Roofer apprentice might earn around $31,675/yr (roughly half the $63,350 journeyman median), with scheduled raises throughout the 3-year program.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.