State cost guide · Estimates · Checked 2026-10-27
Roof replacement cost in Georgia
A typical 2,000 sq ft roof in architectural asphalt shingles costs an estimated $10,200 – $13,900 in Georgia. Labour here runs 7% below the national average (labour factor 0.93), based on BLS roofer wages in Georgia: mean $23.29/hr, median $22.57/hr.
Modelled estimate — not a quoteCost by material (2,000 sq ft roof, Georgia)
| Material | Lifespan | Per sq ft | 1,500 sq ft | 2,000 sq ft | 2,500 sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Tab Asphalt Shingles | 15-20 years | $3.93–$5.55 | $5,900–$8,300 | $7,900–$11,100 | $9,800–$13,900 |
| Architectural Asphalt Shingles | 25-30 years | $5.09–$6.94 | $7,600–$10,400 | $10,200–$13,900 | $12,700–$17,300 |
| Designer Asphalt Shingles | 30-40 years | $6.48–$9.25 | $9,700–$13,900 | $13,000–$18,500 | $16,200–$23,100 |
| Standing Seam Metal | 40-70 years | $11.10–$16.65 | $16,700–$25,000 | $22,200–$33,300 | $27,800–$41,600 |
| Metal Shingles | 40-70 years | $8.33–$12.95 | $12,500–$19,400 | $16,700–$25,900 | $20,800–$32,400 |
| Cedar Shake | 25-40 years | $7.40–$12.03 | $11,100–$18,000 | $14,800–$24,100 | $18,500–$30,100 |
| Concrete Tile | 40-50+ years | $9.25–$14.80 | $13,900–$22,200 | $18,500–$29,600 | $23,100–$37,000 |
| Clay Tile | 50-100 years | $12.03–$18.50 | $18,000–$27,800 | $24,100–$37,000 | $30,100–$46,300 |
| Natural Slate | 75-100+ years | $16.65–$27.75 | $25,000–$41,600 | $33,300–$55,500 | $41,600–$69,400 |
| TPO Flat Roofing (single-ply) | 20-30 years | $5.55–$9.25 | $8,300–$13,900 | $11,100–$18,500 | $13,900–$23,100 |
Per-square-foot figures include standard one-layer tear-off and disposal. Steep pitch, a second existing layer, decking repair and premium underlayment add cost — see how the price is built.
What moves the price in Georgia
Labour
Georgia roofers earn a mean of $23.29/hr (BLS OEWS May 2025; 2,160 employed statewide). Our model weights labour at ~45% of job cost, giving Georgia a factor of 0.93 against the national 1.00.
Material choice
Asphalt is the budget end; standing-seam metal, tile and slate cost 2–4× more upfront and last 2–4× longer. Lifespan per dollar often favours metal — compare on the calculator.
Roof shape
Pitch, valleys, dormers and stories all add labour and waste. A steep or cut-up roof can price 10–25% above the same area in a simple gable. Measure yours →
Tear-off vs overlay
Skipping tear-off saves money today and can void warranties and hide deck damage. When each makes sense →
Cities in Georgia
Questions
- How much does a roof replacement cost in Georgia?
- For a typical 2,000 sq ft roof in architectural asphalt shingles, our model estimates $10,200 to $13,900 in Georgia. The range is modelled from national material prices adjusted by a Georgia labour factor of 0.93 (BLS OEWS May 2025 roofer wages). It is an estimate, not a quote.
- Why do roof prices differ in Georgia?
- Labour is roughly 45% of a replacement job, and roofer wages in Georgia average $23.29/hr against a $27.95/hr national mean (BLS OEWS May 2025). Materials are priced close to national, so wages, demand and code requirements explain most of the local difference.
- Does the estimate include tear-off?
- Yes — the standard range includes removing one existing layer and disposal. A second existing layer, steep pitch, or structural repairs (decking, tile weight) add cost; the calculator shows the extra-layer adjuster explicitly.
- How do I get an exact price?
- Only a site visit produces an exact price. Get at least three written quotes from licensed, insured local contractors, itemised by material, tear-off, underlayment and flashing — and compare them against the ranges here.