Roof Replacement Cost in Kansas (2027 Price Guide)
Use your home size and roof pitch in Kansas
Not sure of the pitch? Most ranch homes sit low; a roof you cannot walk on, such as 9/12 and up, adds safety gear and labor. This page starts Kansas at 5/12.
Our model puts a new asphalt roof in Kansas at $11,030 to $16,810, based on a typical 2,020 sq. ft. single-story house. Behind the number: a 5/12 pitch, close to 2,283 sq. ft. of roof surface (22.8 squares), one old layer removed, materials and installation included.
On a per-square basis (a square equals a hundred square feet), Kansas prices this roof at about $589.07. Two common step-ups: architectural 50-year shingles at $12,260 to $18,680, and steel shingles, the entry metal, from about $23,730.
- Home: 2,020 sq. ft., 1 floor
- Under roof: 2,020 sq. ft.
- Roof surface: 2,283 sq. ft. (22.8 squares), 5/12
- 30-year asphalt: $11,030 to $16,810
- 50-year architectural: $12,260 to $18,680
- Metal: $23,730 to $49,240
- Flat (EPDM), full footprint: $16,290 to $21,160
Comparing Roof Materials and Prices in Kansas
Below, one roof gets priced in nine different materials at Kansas rates. Read the estimate column as your budget and the range as the band most quotes should fall inside.
| Material | Installed cost | Estimate | Per square |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles | |||
| Asphalt shingles, 30-year | $11,030 to $16,810 | $13,450 | $589.07 |
| Architectural shingles, 50-year | $12,260 to $18,680 | $14,950 | $654.63 |
| Metal | |||
| Steel shingles | $23,730 to $36,170 | $28,940 | $1,267.55 |
| Aluminum shingles | $26,240 to $40,000 | $32,000 | $1,401.65 |
| Standing seam metal | $31,630 to $48,220 | $38,570 | $1,689.73 |
| Stone-coated steel tiles | $32,300 to $49,240 | $39,390 | $1,725.49 |
| Flat / low-slope membranes (priced on the 2,020 sq. ft. footprint) | |||
| EPDM rubber membrane | $16,290 to $21,160 | $18,730 | $926.82 |
| TPO membrane, 60-mil | $14,020 to $18,210 | $16,120 | $797.68 |
| PVC membrane, 60-mil | $16,960 to $22,020 | $19,490 | $964.57 |
Shingles price through the roof replacement calculator, metal through the metal roof calculator, membranes through the flat roof calculator. Regional pricing for the Plains area sits 1% below the U.S. average on the pitched-roof rows.
Price per Year of Roof
The real cost of a roof is price divided by the years it lasts. Hover a bar: metal costs more up front and less per year.
Service lives follow the climate-bell model above (asphalt peaks in moderate regions; metal assumes correct installation); prices are the Kansas estimates above.
What Pushes a Kansas Roof Quote Up or Down
Line items, not markup, explain most bid gaps. Priced on the 22.8-square roof in this guide:
- Strip and haul. Expect roughly $3,220 of the bid for one layer off. Each extra layer underneath raises it again, by about $2,090 for the second.
- Geometry. Four-sided hip roofs run about $1,330 above a gable; heavily cut-up roofs with dormers sit about $2,250 above it.
- Height. A second story adds roughly $960 to the same roof, because every bundle goes higher and safety setup takes longer.
- Skylights. Each skylight installed or replaced during the job adds about $360.
- Decking. Nobody can see rotten plywood until the shingles come off. Get a written per-sheet replacement price so a surprise has a fixed cost.
- Flashing and ventilation. Reusing old flashing saves a little now and causes leaks later. Gutters are a separate trade line; the gutter cost calculator covers them.
- Town fees. Building permits and container rental are local costs; check whether each bid includes them.
Match the Quote to Your Roof
Set the material, the layers coming off, the roof shape and the house height. The price updates instantly from our Kansas model.
$13,450quotes usually $11,030 – $16,810
Based on this page's 2,283 sq. ft. roof at 5/12 and Kansas pricing. Not included: skylights, gutters, replacement decking.
Line the quotes up side by side: layers removed, underlayment type, ice-barrier coverage, flashing, ventilation and the decking price. The lowest bid often leaves one of those out.
What the Kansas Climate Does to Roofing
Climate Region 3 on the map below covers Kansas. Average winter highs run about 43°F, overnight lows about 20°F, and summer afternoons about 93°F. Those numbers translate into a short list of roof stressors in Kansas:
Hail. Storms here regularly bruise shingles and dent metal. Impact-resistant shingles cost more, but many insurers lower premiums for them - ask your agent before you choose.
Wind. Strong storm winds lift shingle edges and peel back roofing at the rakes. Ask for shingles with a high wind rating and the manufacturer's high-wind nailing pattern.
Sun and heat. Strong sun dries out asphalt and a hot attic bakes shingles from below. Balanced intake and ridge ventilation and a lighter, reflective color both extend roof life.
Where Shingles Live Longest: the Climate Bell
Asphalt life peaks in the moderate middle (Region 3) and falls toward BOTH ends of the map above - cold regions destroy shingles with ice dams, hot ones bake them. Note the middle columns: shingles marketed as “lifetime” are good for about 25 real-world years at best - Kansas is Region 3. Hover any column.
low pitch holds snow and ice - it costs the most years in cold regions
Planning figures from our climate model, for ventilation-correct installs - a baked, unvented attic can take years off any column. Pitch adjusts the asphalt columns only; metal sheds snow at any sane pitch.
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Pricing a Metal Roof in Kansas
Metal costs more on day one and less for each year the roof lasts. Here is what each type would cost on a typical 2,020 sq. ft. single-story house in Kansas, and where each one makes sense.
- Standing seam: $31,630 to $48,220. Tall ribs, clips under the seams, nothing exposed to rust or work loose. Wide, plain roof planes show it at its best. Here it costs about $23,630 above architectural shingles.
- Steel shingles: $23,730 to $36,170. Aluminum shingles: $26,240 to $40,000. Pressed metal pieces shaped like shakes, slate or ordinary shingles. They interlock, so they handle cut-up roofs with valleys and dormers where long panels waste metal. Aluminum will not rust, which counts near salt water. Steel is stiffer and dents less.
- Stone-coated steel: $32,300 to $49,240. Steel tiles with a coat of stone granules. They are quiet in the rain, hard to dent, and look like tile or shake from the street.
- Copper: custom quote only. Copper is a craft job, so we leave it out of the calculator and you will need a custom bid. It costs the most of any metal by a wide margin. A small copper accent over a bay window gives you the look without the whole-roof bill.
Long, hot summers wear out asphalt years early. A reflective steel or aluminum roof takes that punishment without cracking, keeps the attic cooler, and seals better over time. Leave copper off this list: once it tarnishes, it holds heat.
Metal survives hail without leaking, but it can dent. Check whether the warranty and your insurance policy cover cosmetic damage. Think about your timeline: metal's higher price spreads across many more years, but only if you are there to use them. Price a specific panel, gauge and finish with the metal roof calculator.
Timing a Roof Replacement in Kansas
Cooler months are roofing season here. Winter afternoons near 43°F are fine for installation, while midsummer heat near 93°F slows everything down.
After a big storm, out-of-area crews go door to door. Before signing, confirm liability and workers' compensation insurance, a local address, and any license your state or town requires.
Pricing Low-Slope Roofs in Kansas
Porches, additions, garages and some whole houses have roofs too flat for shingles; they get a membrane. Priced on the full 2,020 sq. ft. footprint in Kansas:
- EPDM rubber: $16,290 to $21,160. This is the black rubber sheet on many older flat roofs. Big sheets mean few seams. It stays soft in deep cold and any roofer can patch it, which makes it a good fit for a garage or a back porch.
- TPO, 60-mil: $14,020 to $18,210. Most roofers reach for TPO first today. It is white, light, and the seams are melted together rather than glued. Thicker sheets last longer, so compare the mil rating on each bid.
- PVC, 60-mil: $16,960 to $22,020. Also white and heat-welded, but tougher against grease, chemicals and standing water. It is the pick for roof decks, low spots that hold puddles, and anything near a kitchen exhaust.
On this footprint TPO comes in lowest, EPDM sits in the middle and PVC costs the most. Tear-off of one existing layer and new polyiso board are part of each figure. A small section will price higher per square foot. In Kansas winters, puddles on a flat roof freeze, thaw and creep into the seams. Clear the drains often, and ask for tapered fill at any low spot during the re-roof. Run the flat roof calculator to match a specific membrane and drain layout.
Summers near 93°F favor reflective roofing. Choose white PVC or TPO over black rubber: a lower roof temperature, a smaller cooling bill, longer membrane life and seams welded into one piece.
Roof Prices Across Kansas' Largest Cities
Contractors working in Wichita, Overland Park and Kansas City pay more for crews, coverage and permits, so their bids land above the statewide figure; small towns usually come in lower. Same 30-year shingle roof, by city:
Asphalt shingles (30-yr), installed
- Wichitapop. 396,000$11,370 – $17,340
- Overland Parkpop. 198,000$11,270 – $17,170
- Kansas Citypop. 154,000$11,230 – $17,120
- Olathepop. 147,000$11,220 – $17,100
Each city figure applies a small size-and-metro adjustment to the statewide range; click a city for its full guide.
Ballpark Your Kansas Roof Cost
Move the slider to your square footage and the price range updates from the same cost model, using statewide rates.
$11,030 – $16,810 Asphalt shingles, 30-year, installed
Before You Re-Roof in Kansas
How long does a re-roof take?
A typical 22.8-square asphalt job takes from one day to a few, depending on layers, pitch and weather. Metal and cut-up roofs take longer. Any section left open overnight should be covered.
Can I file an insurance claim for a new roof?
Covered: hail, wind, fallen trees. Not covered: age and wear. With asphalt at $11,030 to $16,810 in Kansas, it pays to read your roof settlement terms now, not after a storm. In Kansas, also check the wind and hail deductible - many policies set it as a percentage of the home's insured value.
How many squares is my roof?
Roofers measure surface, not floor area. The 2,020 sq. ft. footprint in this guide turns into about 2,283 sq. ft. of roof at 5/12 - 22.8 squares. Different counts between bids are a red flag.
Does a re-roof in Kansas require a permit?
Most local building departments want one when the old roof comes off completely, and some send an inspector at the end. The contractor should file it; be cautious if a roofer asks you to.
Calculators for this job: Roof Replacement Calculator · Metal Roof Calculator · Flat Roof Calculator · Gutter Cost Calculator · Attic Insulation Calculator · Roof Heat Cable Calculator
Where prices come from: our roofing calculators, a Plains adjustment and yearly inflation. Real bids depend on your roof, so ask several contractors to quote the same work.
