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Tile Roof Installation cost in Tennessee (2026)

Across Tennessee, 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
$9,850 $24,450

tile roof installation typically falls in this range across 17 Tennessee cities — your exact estimate depends on local rates.

CityTypical 2026 range
Memphis, TN$10,300 $24,200
Nashville, TN$10,400 $24,450
Knoxville, TN$10,200 $23,900
Chattanooga, TN$10,300 $24,200
Clarksville, TN$10,200 $23,900
Murfreesboro, TN$10,400 $24,450
Franklin, TN$10,400 $24,450
Jackson, TN$9,950 $23,300
Johnson City, TN$9,950 $23,300
Bartlett, TN$10,300 $24,200
Hendersonville, TN$10,400 $24,450
Kingsport, TN$9,850 $23,150
Collierville, TN$10,300 $24,200
Smyrna, TN$10,400 $24,450
Cleveland, TN$10,050 $23,600
Brentwood, TN$10,400 $24,450
Germantown, TN$10,300 $24,200
By type

Tile Roof Installation cost by type in Tennessee

Typical 2026 ranges, localized to Tennessee labor, climate and permits.

TypeTennessee 2026 range
Concrete tile$10,300 $20,400
Clay / terracotta tile$13,650 $27,100
Slate$19,400 $48,200
Best time to buy

Cheapest time for tile roof installation in Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Roofs are priced per square (100 sq ft). An average US home is about 20 squares. Prices are localized to Tennessee 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$6,700$11,500$350/yr
Flat / low-slope (TPO, EPDM)
For flat and low-slope roofs; single-ply membrane over the deck. Wind: membrane, fully adhered.
2030 yr$7,700$15,350$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$17,300$30,700$450/yr
Clay / concrete tileThis page
Longest-lasting; needs a structure rated for the extra weight. Wind: 125+ mph.
5075 yr$19,200$38,400$450/yr

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

FAQ

Tile Roof Installation in Tennessee

How much does tile roof installation cost in Tennessee?

Across Tennessee, tile roof installation typically runs $9,850–$24,450 in 2026, depending on your city's labor rates, climate and permit fees. Kingsport is the most affordable (around $16,500) and Brentwood the most expensive (around $17,450).

Which Tennessee city is cheapest for tile roof installation?

Kingsport has the lowest typical tile roof installation cost in Tennessee at about $16,500, while Brentwood is the highest at about $17,450 — a gap driven mostly by local labor rates.

How do other Roofing options compare in Tennessee?

In Memphis, Tennessee's largest market, tile roof installation typically runs $10,300–$24,200. For comparison, asphalt shingle roof replacement runs $5,700–$11,750, metal roof installation runs $12,700–$29,000, flat roof replacement runs $5,050–$14,650. Each option has its own Tennessee cost guide with city-by-city pricing.

Why does tile roof installation cost vary across Tennessee?

The three levers are local labor rates, climate zone and permit fees. In this mixed-climate region, tile roof installation should balance moisture resistance and temperature swings, since quality underlayment and ventilation protect the roof across all seasons. Quality underlayment and consistent attic ventilation cover you across both wet and hot-cold swings.

When is the cheapest time to replace in Tennessee?

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 Tennessee require a permit for tile roof installation?

Most Tennessee 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 Tennessee

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