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Metal Roof Installation cost: Hollywood vs Miami (2026)

Metal roof installation costs about the same in Hollywood and Miami in 2026 — roughly $21,500 in each.

Hollywood FL

$13,100 $29,850

Typically around $21,500

Miami FL

$13,100 $29,850

Typically around $21,500

Side by side

Hollywood vs Miami: full breakdown

FactorHollywoodMiami
Typical 2026 cost$21,500$21,500
Estimated range$13,100–$29,850$13,100–$29,850
Labor index (vs US)×0.96×0.96
Climate zoneHotHot
Climate factor×1.03×1.03
Local permit$325$325
Labor share$12,900$12,900
Materials/equipment$8,600$8,600

Treat these as 2026 localized estimates for metal roof installation, not quotes from a contractor.

The verdict

Basically a tie — focus on the contractor

Neither metro has a cost edge on metal roof installation — spend your decision-making energy on the contractor, not the location.

By type

Metal roof installation by type: Hollywood vs Miami

We localize each metal roof installation type separately for both metros, applying the same labor, climate and permit adjustments each time, so you're comparing like for like.

TypeHollywoodMiami
Corrugated steel (exposed fastener)$9,200$18,050$9,200$18,050
Standing-seam steel$18,050$34,750$18,050$34,750
Aluminum$14,100$27,900$14,100$27,900
Copper$29,850$59,400$29,850$59,400
Zinc$27,900$54,450$27,900$54,450

Metal roof installation numbers here are 2026 planning ranges, adjusted per city — useful for budgeting, not a substitute for an actual quote.

By size

Metal roof installation by roof size: Hollywood vs Miami

Metal roofing is priced per square (100 sq ft) and costs roughly $6–$14 per sq ft installed — two to three times asphalt, but it lasts decades longer. Standing-seam costs more than exposed-fastener panels.

SizeHollywoodMiami
1,000 sq ft (10 squares)$8,200$16,050$8,200$16,050
1,500 sq ft (15 squares)$11,150$22,950$11,150$22,950
2,000 sq ft (20 squares)$13,100$29,850$13,100$29,850
2,500 sq ft (25 squares)$16,050$35,750$16,050$35,750
3,000+ sq ft (30 squares)$19,050$41,650$19,050$41,650

Metal roof installation numbers here are 2026 planning ranges, adjusted per city — useful for budgeting, not a substitute for an actual quote.

Local labor reality

What roofing pros earn in each metro

Labor is about 60% of a metal roof installation bill, so local wages drive most of the gap. These are real metro hourly wages for skilled installers (BLS OEWS), not estimates.

Hollywood, FL
$28.8/hr

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro · about 7% below the US average installer wage.

Miami, FL
$28.8/hr

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro · about 7% below the US average installer wage.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS metro wages for HVAC installers (used as a trade-labor index).

Best time to buy

Cheapest time for metal roof installation in either city

Shingles seal properly only in warm, dry conditions, which is exactly when everyone else wants a new roof too — especially right after a summer hailstorm. Lock in a late-fall or winter booking for a spring install and you skip that rush.

Best window
Late spring to early fall (dry, 45–85°F)
Avoid
Mid-winter and the post-storm rush
Off-peak savings
5–10%
Editors' roundtable

Where does a smart roofing budget go in 2026?

Before you compare roofing bids, know that the biggest variables are hidden: whether the crew tears off or lays over, what grade of shingle goes down, and what the decking looks like once it's exposed. Each one can shift the total well past the advertised price.

The risk case

Budget for the unknown: rotten decking found at tear-off is the most common surprise. Get the per-sheet repair rate in writing up front so a "cheap" bid doesn't balloon mid-job.

The value case

Architectural shingles hit the sweet spot — far more durable than 3-tab for a modest premium, and far cheaper than metal or tile. For most homes they're the right default.

The do-it-right case

Skipping the tear-off means burying whatever's failing underneath, and a second layer bakes the shingles from below until they curl early. Doing it properly means stripping to the deck, then paying for real underlayment, flashing and airflow — the work that sets how long the roof lasts, not just how it looks the first week.

Our take

Whatever the headline bid says, the roof that lasts is the one installed on a bare, sound deck with the repair price fixed in advance. Overlays and open-ended decking charges are where a cheap quote turns expensive down the line.

FAQ

Hollywood vs Miami

Is metal roof installation cheaper in Hollywood or Miami?

Practically identical — expect around $21,500 for metal roof installation whichever city you're in.

Why does metal roof installation cost more in Miami than Hollywood?

Miami's higher labor index (0.96 vs 0.96 in Hollywood) is the biggest factor, with the hot/hot climate split playing a smaller role.

How much is metal roof installation in Hollywood, FL?

Expect to pay $13,100 to $29,850 for metal roof installation in Hollywood in 2026, averaging around $21,500.

Do roofing pros really charge more in one city?

Real wage data backs this up — skilled installers earn roughly $28.8/hr in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach compared with $28.8/hr in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach (BLS OEWS). Labor is about 60% of a metal roof installation job, so that wage gap is what mostly drives the price difference.

When is the cheapest time to buy metal roof installation — and does it differ by city?

No, the seasonal pattern is the same in Hollywood and Miami: book during Late spring to early fall (dry, 45–85°F) for about 5–10% in savings. Mid-winter and the post-storm rush is the priciest stretch in both cities, mostly due to emergency replacements.

Should I choose where to live based on metal roof installation cost?

Cost shouldn't be the deciding factor between Hollywood and Miami — they land at nearly the same price. Contractor reputation, scope, equipment tier and timing matter more.

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Updated June 2026 · By Serhat Özçelik