Massachusetts roofing market report
A snapshot of the roofing market in Massachusetts: who's licensed, where they work, climate context, and what homeowners typically pay. All data from official US public sources cited below.
State overview
Massachusetts has approximately 2,696k households (US Census ACS 2022) and is in a cold climate zone (DOE/NOAA classification). The state employs roughly 2,230 roofers per the BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for code 47-2181, or about 0.8 pros per 1,000 households.
Licensing
Roofing pros in Massachusetts are typically regulated by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Before hiring, verify the contractor's license number, that the license is active and in good standing, and that the licensee is bonded and insured to operate in Massachusetts. License lookup is typically free at the board's public website.
Top 5 cities by listed pros
Coverage in Massachusetts is growing. Browse the Massachusetts state hub for current listings.
Seasonal demand pattern
Demand peaks after spring hail and summer storms; roof replacement bookings strongest Mar-Oct.
Typical cost range in Massachusetts
Based on national HomeAdvisor and Angi 2024-2026 averages adjusted to Massachusetts cost-of-living, a typical asphalt shingle roof replacement in Massachusetts runs around $12,980. See the full cost calculator suite for service-by-service ranges. Always get a written quote before committing to work.
Find a verified pro in Massachusetts
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See all Massachusetts roofing pros →Data sources. Employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023 (bls.gov/oes), occupation code 47-2181 (Roofers). Households: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2022 1-year estimates (census.gov/acs). Climate zone: U.S. Department of Energy Building America Climate Zones (energy.gov) / NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (noaa.gov). Licensing: Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Cost ranges: HomeAdvisor 2024 True Cost Reports (homeadvisor.com), Angi 2024 cost guides (angi.com). All figures are estimates; verify before relying on for any decision.