Riverton Roof Replacement Costs

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The average cost to replace a roof in Riverton, Wyoming is $22,463.

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Roof Replacement Cost in Riverton, Wyoming

The average cost to replace a roof in Riverton is about $22,463. This is based on the average roof size (with pitch) in Riverton of 3,179 sqft (31.67 squares) and the area’s most common material, Asphalt Shingle, which run about $7.07 per sqft ($707/square).

Average Cost by Material

Roof replacement cost can vary greatly depending on the type of roofing material used. The costs listed below are based on a 3,179 sqft roof (31.67 squares) in Riverton.

Asphalt Shingle

$22,463

Metal

$45,213

Designer Shingle

$25,168

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Roof Replacement Costs by Home Size

Home size is one of the biggest factors contributing to replacement costs. This table shows replacement costs for different home sizes for each roofing material in Riverton.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.07/sqft ($707/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,533
1,000	10	$7,066
1,500	15	$10,599
2,000	20	$14,132
2,500	25	$17,665
3,000	30	$21,198
3,500	35	$24,731
4,000	40	$28,264
4,500	45	$31,797
5,000	50	$35,330

Metal
$14.22/sqft ($1,422/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$7,111
1,000	10	$14,222
1,500	15	$21,333
2,000	20	$28,445
2,500	25	$35,556
3,000	30	$42,667
3,500	35	$49,778
4,000	40	$56,889
4,500	45	$64,000
5,000	50	$71,112

Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFT	SQUARES	COST
500	5	$3,959
1,000	10	$7,917
1,500	15	$11,876
2,000	20	$15,834
2,500	25	$19,793
3,000	30	$23,751
3,500	35	$27,710
4,000	40	$31,668
4,500	45	$35,627
5,000	50	$39,585

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

How Roof Replacement Impacts Home Value

Homeowners frequently want to know how replacing their roof could impact the overall value of their home. This table shows how roof replacement, by material and home size, could impact the value of an Riverton home.

Asphalt Shingle
$7.07/sqft ($707/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,120
1,000	$4,240
1,500	$6,359
2,000	$8,479
2,500	$10,599
3,000	$12,719
3,500	$14,839
4,000	$16,959
4,500	$19,078
5,000	$21,198

Metal
$14.22/sqft ($1,422/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$4,409
1,000	$8,818
1,500	$13,227
2,000	$17,636
2,500	$22,045
3,000	$26,453
3,500	$30,862
4,000	$35,271
4,500	$39,680
5,000	$44,089

Designer Shingle
$7.92/sqft ($792/square)
SQFT	VALUE ADDED
500	$2,415
1,000	$4,829
1,500	$7,244
2,000	$9,659
2,500	$12,073
3,000	$14,488
3,500	$16,903
4,000	$19,318
4,500	$21,732
5,000	$24,147

Costs calculated from data entered by roofing contractors into the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Riverton Roof Statistics

The number of roofs our tech has scanned	12,113
Average roof size (with pitch)	3,179 Square Feet
Average roof slope	6/12 Pitch or 26.57 Degrees
Most common roof type	Asphalt Shingle

Calculated by our AI roofing tech and populated from the Instant Roofer Database. Data is refreshed weekly.

Frequently Asked Roofing Questions In Riverton, Wyoming

Labor Costs

How much does roofing labor cost in Riverton, Wyoming compared to nearby areas?

Riverton’s roofing labor typically falls in the $2.00, $3.50 per sq ft bracket a range shaped by the mountain building season and a thin pool of local crews. That nudges the price above the truly rural stretches of Fremont County aligns it closely with nearby Lander yet keeps it comfortably lower than the heftier fees in larger Wyoming hubs like Casper or Jackson where labor can soar to $3.00, $6.00, per sq ft.

Weather & Climate Considerations

How does Riverton, Wyoming's weather affect roof lifespan?

At 5,200 feet in the Wind River Basin Riverton sees little annual rainfall, regular winter snow buildup, strong basin winds and abundant sunshine, with high UV levels. That mix speeds up freeze‑thaw cycles, wind‑driven uplift and UV degradation so ordinary asphalt shingles don’t last long unless they’re engineered to shed snow resist wind and stand up to UV.

What is the most common cause of roof damage in Riverton, Wyoming?

Up, in Riverton, Wyoming, the roof troubles that crop up often stem from winter’s snow and ice. Heavy snowfall builds ice dams while the relentless freeze‑thaw cycle and densely packed snow pry leaks and snap shingles, problems amplified by the high elevation of the Wind River Valley and its brutally cold winters.

What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Riverton, Wyoming?

Mid‑June through September marks the sweet spot for Riverton, Wyoming with July and August standing out as the peak months. By then the Wind River Valley finally. The dry spell keeps snow and the relentless freeze‑thaw cycle at bay. In contrast spring snowmelt and early‑fall storms are notorious, for throwing a wrench into shingle adhesion.

Insurance & Storms

How common are storm-related roof claims in Riverton, Wyoming?

Storm‑related roof claims are an occurrence in Riverton, Fremont County, Wyoming. Summer brings hail and fierce mountain‑driven gusts that regularly ding shingles and flashings while winter’s snow and ice dams sometimes give way leading to roof collapses or leaks. The number of claims usually jumps after the late‑spring‑to‑summer hailstorms and, after the winter blizzards that sweep across the Wind River Basin.

What natural disasters in Riverton, Wyoming cause the most roof replacements?

In Riverton, Wyoming, the biggest driver of roof replacements is the summer hail that smacks down alongside the strong prairie winds that surge in from storms, over the Wind River Range. Coming in a second are the heavy winter snows and the stubborn ice dams that collect in the high‑elevation basins. Occasionally a wildfire licking the rangeland will wipe out a roof while flooding hardly ever does.