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Tile Roof Installation cost in North Dakota (2026)

Across North Dakota, tile roof installation varies by your city's labor rates, climate and permit fees. Select your city below for a localized estimate.

Statewide range · 2026
$9,950 $23,900

tile roof installation typically falls in this range across 4 North Dakota cities — your exact estimate depends on local rates.

CityTypical 2026 range
Fargo, ND$10,000 $23,450
Bismarck, ND$10,200 $23,900
Grand Forks, ND$9,950 $23,300
Minot, ND$10,100 $23,750
By type

Tile Roof Installation cost by type in North Dakota

Typical 2026 ranges, localized to North Dakota labor, climate and permits.

TypeNorth Dakota 2026 range
Concrete tile$10,000 $19,750
Clay / terracotta tile$13,250 $26,250
Slate$18,800 $46,650
Best time to buy

Cheapest time for tile roof installation in North Dakota

Shingles need warm, dry weather to seal, and demand peaks after summer storms. Booking in the slow late-fall/winter window for a spring install often earns you off-season pricing.

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

Cost calculator

Roof cost by material in North Dakota

Roofs are priced per square (100 sq ft). An average US home is about 20 squares. Prices are localized to North Dakota labor; the last column is what each material costs per year of life — often the real deciding number.

MaterialLifespanTotal (20 sq)Per year of life
Architectural asphalt shingle
The default US roof — best cost-per-year for most homes. Wind: up to 130 mph.
2530 yr$6,500$11,150$300/yr
Flat / low-slope (TPO, EPDM)
For flat and low-slope roofs; single-ply membrane over the deck. Wind: membrane, fully adhered.
2030 yr$7,450$14,900$450/yr
Standing-seam metal
High upfront cost but the lowest cost-per-year; sheds snow, resists hail and fire. Wind: 140+ mph.
4070 yr$16,750$29,750$400/yr
Clay / concrete tileThis page
Longest-lasting; needs a structure rated for the extra weight. Wind: 125+ mph.
5075 yr$18,600$37,200$450/yr

Per-square ranges are national installed benchmarks localized to North Dakota labor; lifespan and wind ratings are manufacturer / ASTM figures. A research estimate, not a quote.

FAQ

Tile Roof Installation in North Dakota

How much does tile roof installation cost in North Dakota?

Across North Dakota, tile roof installation typically runs $9,950–$23,900 in 2026, depending on your city's labor rates, climate and permit fees. Grand Forks is the most affordable (around $16,650) and Bismarck the most expensive (around $17,050).

Which North Dakota city is cheapest for tile roof installation?

Grand Forks has the lowest typical tile roof installation cost in North Dakota at about $16,650, while Bismarck is the highest at about $17,050 — a gap driven mostly by local labor rates.

How do other Roofing options compare in North Dakota?

In Fargo, North Dakota's largest market, tile roof installation typically runs $10,000–$23,450. For comparison, asphalt shingle roof replacement runs $5,800–$11,950, metal roof installation runs $12,800–$29,200, flat roof replacement runs $5,050–$14,600. Each option has its own North Dakota cost guide with city-by-city pricing.

Why does tile roof installation cost vary across North Dakota?

The three levers are local labor rates, climate zone and permit fees. In this cold-climate region, snow load and ice-dam protection matter for tile roof installation, so proper underlayment, ice-and-water shield at eaves, and good attic ventilation are worth the extra cost. Don't skip ice-and-water shield at the eaves — it's cheap insurance against the most common cold-climate roof failure.

When is the cheapest time to replace in North Dakota?

The best window is late spring to early fall (dry, 45–85°f), when demand drops and installers discount to keep crews busy — typically 5–10% off peak pricing. The priciest time is an emergency job during mid-winter and the post-storm rush.

Does North Dakota require a permit for tile roof installation?

Most North Dakota cities require a permit for tile roof installation; it typically adds around $250 and is already included in the estimates above.

Other Roofing projects in North Dakota

Weighing your options? Typical 2026 ranges below are localized to Fargo, North Dakota's largest market — open any project for the full statewide breakdown.