Painters, Construction vs Roofers
Median pay is about $6k higher for Roofers. Both usually start with the same education: no formal credential.
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| Measure | Painters, Construction | Roofers |
|---|---|---|
| Pay | ||
| Median pay | $49,400 | $55,440, higher |
| Entry pay 25th percentile | $44,640 | $46,260, higher |
| Experienced pay 75th percentile | $61,660 | $65,390, higher |
| Outlook, 2025 to 2035 | ||
| Projected growth | +3.0% Growing | +5.3% Growing fast, higher |
| Openings a year | 24,900 | 12,000 |
| Getting in | ||
| Typical education | No formal credential | No formal credential |
| Difficulty modeled | 1.6 / 5 | 1.8 / 5 |
| AI | ||
| Displacement risk modeled | Low | Low |
| AI exposure modeled, percentile | 2nd pct | 11th pct |
Where the skills differ
Only Painters, Construction
- Writing
Only Roofers
- Active Learning
Both lean on active listening, critical thinking, monitoring, reading comprehension, speaking.
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Pay and outlook: BLS (OEWS 2025, Employment Projections 2025-2035). Skills: O*NET 30.3. Difficulty, displacement risk and AI exposure are modeled estimates. How these numbers are made.