Roofers in Rockford, IL
A typical roofing project runs $8,000 to $18,000. Tell us about yours and compare bids from local pros.

How Much Does Roofing Cost in Rockford, IL?
Typical Range
$8,000 to $18,000
The typical Roofing project range is $8,000 to $18,000, a general range for the service. Mid-range projects in this region recoup about 69% at resale (Cost vs Value data).
Roofing cost figures for Rockford
| Figure | Amount and source |
|---|---|
| Typical project range | $8,000 to $18,000Typical project range from our service pricing data. |
| Average job cost (city data) | $27,111Remodeling Cost vs Value data, city figure. |
| Average resale value (city data) | $18,706Remodeling Cost vs Value data, city figure. |
Roofing Replacement ROI Trend
Regional ROI by year
| Year | ROI |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 68.2% |
| 2020 | 65.9% |
| 2021 | 60.7% |
| 2022 | 59.6% |
| 2023 | 64.1% |
| 2024 | 59.7% |
| 2025 | 69.9% |
Source: Remodeling Cost vs Value data, 2019 to 2025.
What affects roofing in Rockford?
Storm history
From 2016 through 2025, Winnebago County recorded 57 hail events of 1 inch or larger, 15 severe hail events of 1.75 inches or larger, 127 damaging-wind events of 58 mph or stronger, and 8 tornado events, per NOAA Storm Events data.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, 2016-2025
Licensing
Illinois requires a Roofing Contractor License (Limited or Unlimited) from Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Look up any contractor here: https://idfpr.illinois.gov/checklicense.html.
About Rockford, IL
- Population
- 147,521
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024
- Median household income bracket
- $50,000-$59,999
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024
- Median annual property tax bracket
- $3,000 or More
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024
- Climate zone
- IECC climate zone 5A
- Source: 2021 International Energy Conservation Code climate zone map
- Storm history
- From 2016 through 2025, Winnebago County recorded 57 hail events of 1 inch or larger, 15 severe hail events of 1.75 inches or larger, 127 damaging-wind events of 58 mph or stronger, and 8 tornado events, per NOAA Storm Events data.
- Source: NOAA Storm Events Database
ZIP codes in Rockford
61020, 61088, 61101, 61102, 61103, 61104, 61107, 61108, 61109, 61111, 61114
From our guides
Contractor financing is a loan arranged at the point of sale, through a third-party lender the contractor has partnered with, not the contractor itself.
From Contractor Financing: 0% Offers, APR, and Cash (2026) For most homeowners, 0% siding or roofing financing costs nothing, as long as the full balance is paid before the promotional window closes.
From Siding and Roofing Financing: What 0% Really Costs In most of the Midwest, yes, but the rule is set by your city or county, not your state. Only two states in this region, Minnesota and Wisconsin, enforce one uniform code everywhere.
From Do You Need a Permit to Replace Your Roof in the Midwest?
Roofing in Rockford: common questions
How much does roofing cost in Rockford, IL?
A typical roofing project runs $8,000 to $18,000. That is a general range for the service, not a quote for Rockford, IL. Your price depends on size, materials and access, so compare bids for your specific project.
How do I get bids for roofing in Rockford, IL?
Describe your project in the bid form on this page. Companies that take this kind of work may contact you with bids. There is no obligation to hire anyone.