Asphalt shingle roof replacement cost
Asphalt shingle is the cheapest common roofing material and the one most US roofs use. Across the five published sources we track, installed cost lands between $3.40 and $13.00 per square foot, and a 2,000 square foot roof is commonly quoted between $10,042 and $26,000. The bottom of that band is a basic three-tab shingle; the top is an architectural shingle in a high-labor-cost market.
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What each source says asphalt shingles costs
Most cost guides publish one figure. Here is every published figure we could verify against a live page, so you can see the disagreement before you anchor on any one of them.
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| Source | Per sq ft | Total |
|---|---|---|
| roofingcalculator.com | $3.40–$5.95 | $5,840–$10,100 |
| material and install, national | ||
| This Old House dated 2026-06-05 | $5.02 avg | $10,042 avg |
| 2,000 sq ft roof, national average | ||
| Homewyse dated May 2026 | $5.09–$6.66 | — |
| installed, national average | ||
| Angi dated 2026-03-05 | — | $5,800–$20,000 |
| installed total, all roof sizes | ||
| Modernize | $6.00–$13.00 | $12,000–$26,000 |
| architectural shingle, 2,000 sq ft roof, New Jersey | ||
Every figure retrieved 2026-08-21 from the linked page. We did not average these together, because averaging different methodologies produces a number that describes nothing.
Why the published numbers disagree
Two different products share the name. A three-tab shingle is a flat, single-layer strip; an architectural (or dimensional) shingle is thicker, layered, heavier and carries a longer warranty. Sources that price "asphalt" usually mean three-tab, and sources that price "architectural" are quoting a materially different roof. Fixr prices them separately in New Jersey and the gap is more than double.
How long it lasts
- • 30 to 35 years — This Old House
Where it makes sense
- •Homeowners who want the lowest defensible price per square foot
- •Roofs where the plan is to sell inside 10 to 15 years
- •Complex roof shapes, since shingle cuts around dormers and valleys cheaply
What to watch for in a quote
- •A quote that says "asphalt shingles" without saying three-tab or architectural. Those are two different prices.
- •Algae-resistant treatment being priced as an upgrade when your neighborhood's tree cover makes it a practical requirement.
- •A second layer laid over the first. It saves the tear-off line item now and doubles the tear-off cost next time.
Asphalt shingles cost by roof size
These are roof square feet, not house square feet. A 2,000 square foot single-story house commonly carries a 2,400 to 2,600 square foot roof once pitch and overhangs are counted.
Calculated from roofingcalculator.com's published range of $3.40 to $5.95 per square foot. Tear-off is not included.
| Roof size | Squares | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | 10 sq | $3,400 to $5,950 |
| 1,500 sq ft | 15 sq | $5,100 to $8,925 |
| 2,000 sq ft | 20 sq | $6,800 to $11,900 |
| 2,500 sq ft | 25 sq | $8,500 to $14,875 |
| 3,000 sq ft | 30 sq | $10,200 to $17,850 |
Derived by multiplying roof area by roofingcalculator.com's published per-square-foot range, retrieved 2026-08-21. It is arithmetic on a published range, not a quote.
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Tear-off is a separate line item
Removing the old roof is priced on its own, and it is the line people forget when they compare two quotes. roofingcalculator.com puts asphalt shingles removal at $0.39 to $0.53 per square foot, which is $780 to $1,060 on a 2,000 square foot roof before disposal fees.
How it compares to the other materials
All rows from the same source, so the comparison is apples to apples even where the absolute numbers disagree with other publishers.
| Material | Per sq ft | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles (this page) | $3.40–$5.95 | $5,840–$10,100 |
| Metal roofing | $6.00–$24.50 | $10,245–$41,640 |
| Tile roofing | $6.30–$12.30 | $10,665–$20,900 |
| Slate roofing | $23.49–$31.77 | $39,925–$54,020 |
| Wooden shakes and shingles | $6.00–$9.15 | $10,230–$15,500 |
Source: roofingcalculator.com, retrieved 2026-08-21. Totals assume that source's own reference roof size.
Asphalt shingles cost questions
How much does an asphalt shingle roof cost per square foot?
Published figures run from $3.40 to $13.00 per square foot installed, and the phrasing of the source explains most of that gap. roofingcalculator.com puts basic asphalt shingle at $3.40 to $5.95, Homewyse puts installed asphalt shingle at $5.09 to $6.66 as of May 2026, and Modernize puts architectural shingle in New Jersey at $6 to $13. A three-tab shingle and an architectural shingle are not the same roof, so make sure your quote says which one it is pricing.
What does an asphalt shingle roof cost on a 2,000 square foot roof?
This Old House models a 2,000 square foot asphalt shingle roof at $10,042 as a national average. Modernize puts an architectural shingle roof on a 1,800 to 2,200 square foot New Jersey home between $12,000 and $26,000. Both are describing the same roof size, so the difference is material tier and regional labor rather than measurement. Note that 2,000 square feet of roof is not a 2,000 square foot house.
How long does an asphalt shingle roof last?
This Old House puts asphalt shingle lifespan at 30 to 35 years. That figure assumes an architectural shingle with adequate attic ventilation. A three-tab shingle on a poorly ventilated attic in full sun will not reach it, which is one reason the cheapest quote is not always the cheapest roof over the period you own the house.
Is architectural shingle worth the extra cost?
It depends on how long you are staying. Architectural shingle costs roughly double basic asphalt per square foot in New Jersey according to Fixr, at $7 to $15 against $3 to $7. It buys a heavier product, a longer manufacturer warranty and better wind performance. If you are selling within a few years, the cheaper shingle does the same job for the buyer's inspection. If this is the roof you intend to keep, the upgrade is usually the better arithmetic.
Does tear-off cost extra on an asphalt roof?
Yes, and it is a separate line item. roofingcalculator.com puts asphalt tear-off at $0.39 to $0.53 per square foot. On a 2,000 square foot roof that is roughly $780 to $1,060 before disposal fees. Fixr puts the New Jersey figure closer to $1.00 per square foot including disposal. If your quote does not show tear-off separately, ask whether it is included or whether the new roof is going over the old one.
Start with your own roof, not a national average
Every number on this page is a published range across all US roofs. We will measure your roof from satellite imagery and give you a square count and a price range, free, before you speak to a single contractor.
Sources
- roofingcalculator.com, retrieved 2026-08-21
- This Old House, retrieved 2026-08-21, page dated 2026-06-05
- Homewyse, retrieved 2026-08-21, page dated May 2026
- Angi, retrieved 2026-08-21, page dated 2026-03-05
- Modernize, retrieved 2026-08-21
Cost figures on this page are published by the third parties named above and are national estimates, not quotes. Roofer Ron does not perform roofing work and does not set contractor pricing. Your actual price depends on your roof, your material and your local market. Last reviewed 2026-08-21 by The Roofer Ron Team. Next review 2026-11-21.
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