Roofer Apprenticeship in Oregon

The median Roofer in Oregon earns $56,320 annually, outpacing the national all-occupation median by 17%. The trade offers a reliable path to financial stability in the state.

The $56,320 median edges out the national average of $50,970 by 10%. Oregon is an above-average but not exceptional market for Roofer apprenticeships.

The 5.9% projected growth rate for Roofers signals steady demand — not a boom, but reliable. 12,700 openings per year keep the pipeline of opportunities flowing.

At 3,490 employed Roofers, Oregon holds 2.1% of the national market. Enough critical mass for functional apprenticeship programs, though not as many options as the top-employing states.

The pathway to journeyman Roofer takes 3 years of structured training — 6,000 hours total. Apprentices divide time between the jobsite and technical education in blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation, earning progressively higher wages throughout.

Program availability in Oregon is moderate: 249 registered sponsors across the state. Apprenticeship applicants in major cities will find multiple options; those in smaller markets may need to commute or relocate within the state.

From $44,140 at the 10th percentile to $85,160 at the 90th, Roofer wages in Oregon are fairly compressed. Flat wage structures are common in heavily unionized trades where pay scales are negotiated collectively.