How much a new roof costs in Jackson, MS in 2026
Roofers Hotline is a roofing company for roof repair, roof replacement, leak repair, storm damage and inspections in Jackson and 2 towns across Hinds, Rankin and Madison counties, on one phone number, (855) 512-1072. Calls are answered from 104 ZIP codes in the Jackson area. Someone answers at any hour, and the estimate is written down before any work begins.
Key takeaways
- A new architectural asphalt shingle roof here typically runs $7,500–$22,400 in 2026, or $440–$1,320 per square, by the cost table here.
- With 10 roofing businesses in Hinds County on the Census business register, a second written estimate is easy to get.
- The federal residential energy survey puts asphalt shingles on about 54% of homes statewide in Mississippi and metal on 23%.
This guide helps you decide what to expect, and when to call, for a new roof in Jackson. The local number that most changes the decision is 118 hail reports within 15 kilometers of town from 2000 to 2024, which puts the metro in the Very High band among the towns Roofers Hotline tracks. Census estimates for 2019 to 2023 also show 73% of homes were built before 1980, so many roofs here are old and have taken repeated storms. Call Roofers Hotline for roof replacement here, 24 hours a day, and ask for a written estimate before any work starts.
What a new roof costs
A new roof in Jackson is priced by the size of the roof, the material, how much old roofing has to come off and what the deck underneath needs. Roofers Hotline does not publish a flat price, because two houses on the same street can differ on every one of those points. What you get is a written estimate that lists the material, the tear-off, any deck repairs found and the cleanup, so you can compare it line by line.
The housing here is a reason to ask early. The median home here was built in 1969, so many roofs are on a second covering or later and may hide older decking. Call for roof replacement here and ask for the written estimate to be itemized.
For this service locally, see roof replacement here, booked across the metro's 104 ZIP codes with a written estimate first.
What pushes local prices up or down
Hail is the biggest local factor. NOAA's Storm Events database shows 39 hail events of one inch or larger in the county since 2015, and the largest hail on record was 2.75 inches. Hail that size can bruise and crack shingles, so a roof that looks fine from the ground may need more than a patch. The county also logged 49 tornadoes and 8 damaging wind events in that period.
Older homes add their own cost drivers, such as layers of old shingles to remove, rotted decking and flashing that no longer seals. Heat matters too, since the 1991 to 2020 climate normals at the Jackson Hawkins Field station show about 83 days a year with a high of 90 degrees or more. Call and have the roof inspected so the estimate reflects what is actually up there.
One call also covers how roof repair works here, photographed first and estimated in writing. For prices by material and job, see what roof replacement costs, with the local range above.
Insurance versus out of pocket
Who pays for a replacement depends on your policy terms and on what caused the damage, so read your policy or ask your insurer how it treats roof damage. Deductibles are never waived or rebated, so the amount you owe is set by your policy and not by the roofing company.
In either case, a written estimate that names the material, the tear-off and any deck repairs gives you a clear number to compare against your policy. In Jackson, 48.6% of homes are owner-occupied, so many roofs belong to landlords and owners should confirm who handles the decision. Call Roofers Hotline to book the inspection and ask for the written estimate.
For the work itself, read how roof replacement works, which follows a job from the first call onward.
Financing questions
A roof replacement is a large one-time expense, so it helps to know your options before the estimate arrives. Ask your bank or credit union about home improvement loans, and ask any lender about the rate, the term and the total you will repay. Roofers Hotline can give you the written estimate, which is the figure a lender will want to see.
The age of local housing is a reason not to wait for a leak. With 73% of Jackson homes built before 1980, by Census estimates for 2019 to 2023, small problems on old roofs can turn into deck repairs. Call for roof replacement here, 24 hours a day, and ask for the written estimate before any work starts so you can plan the payment.
Costs
Roof replacement cost in Jackson, 2026, by material and job
| Job | Range | Per unit |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingles, architectural | $7,500–$22,400 | $440–$1,320 per square |
| Metal roof, standing seam | $10,600–$59,000 | $623–$3,471 per square |
| Flat roof, TPO membrane | $6,300–$22,100 | $372–$1,302 per square |
| Tear-off and disposal of one old layer | $850–$8,500 | $50–$500 per square |
| Roof repair, minor (a few shingles, a boot, sealant) | $100–$1,300 | per job |
| Roof repair, moderate (a section, valley or underlayment) | $900–$2,600 | per job |
| Roof leak repair | $300–$1,400 | per job |
| Roof inspection | $200–$500 | per visit |
Typical range for Jackson, MS, built from published ranges and the local labor index (0.80); a written estimate depends on pitch, layers and decking.
Not a quote: typical 2026 ranges from published cost guides and Census County Business Patterns 2022 payroll data; your written estimate depends on pitch, layers and decking.
Source: published 2026 cost guides (Fixr, This Old House, Bob Vila, NerdWallet, Today's Homeowner, RoofVista) and Census County Business Patterns 2022 roofing-contractor payroll.
- 73% Homes built before 1980city limits, Census estimates
- 1969 Median year builtcity limits, Census estimates
- 75,103 Housing unitscity limits, Census estimates
- 1in Annual snowfallnearest station, 1991–2020
- 32 Days at or below freezingnearest station, 1991–2020
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2019 to 2023; NCEI 1991 to 2020 normals. Updated October 2026.
Why call
Why Roofers Hotline in Jackson
- We track every storm the county records 75,103 housing units inside the city limits are logged here, and those NOAA, FEMA and Census figures sit behind every estimate.
- Local roofers who know Hinds County roofs The nearest weather station records about 51 inches of rain a year, and most leaks start at flashing, pipe boots and valleys.
- Calls answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Storms do not wait for office hours, so the phone is answered at every hour.
- You decide, on your schedule A written estimate is yours to compare at home.
Questions
Questions about roof replacement cost here
How much does a new roof cost in Jackson?
By the 2026 cost table here, an architectural asphalt shingle replacement runs $7,500–$22,400, or $440–$1,320 per square, and a standing seam metal replacement runs $10,600–$59,000, or $623–$3,471 per square. These are published ranges scaled by the local labor index, not a quote: the written estimate for your roof depends on its size, pitch, layers and decking, so call to have it measured.
Does hail damage mean I need a full replacement?
Not always. Hail of 2.75 inches is the largest in the county record, and the county logged 39 events of one inch or larger since 2015, so an inspection is the way to find out. It shows whether a repair is enough or the roof needs replacing. Call to book it after the next storm.
Will my deductible be waived?
No. Deductibles are never waived or rebated. What you owe is set by your policy terms, so check them or ask your insurer. A written estimate from Roofers Hotline lists the material, tear-off and repairs, which gives you a clear figure to compare. Call for roof replacement here.
Who should I call about the roof license rules?
Mississippi requires a State Board of Contractors residential builder license for residential work above a state cost threshold. Look up any license at Mississippi MSBOC. For roof replacement here and a written estimate before any work starts, call Roofers Hotline, 24 hours a day.
Another question homeowners here ask is Does homeowners insurance cover roof replacement?, from across the metro.
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