Roof replacement cost by city in the Des Moines metro
Typical roof sizes and replacement totals for each Central Iowa community we serve, based on the actual housing stock in each city. Metro average: $500–$550 per roofing square for asphalt shingles.
| City | County | Typical roof size | Typical replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | Polk County | 18-32 squares | $9,000-$16,000 |
| Ankeny | Polk County | 22-38 squares | $11,000-$19,000 |
| Waukee | Dallas County | 26-45 squares | $13,000-$22,000 |
| Clive | Polk and Dallas Counties | 22-40 squares | $11,000-$20,000 |
| Bondurant | Polk County | 20-34 squares | $10,000-$17,000 |
| Grimes | Polk and Dallas Counties | 22-36 squares | $11,000-$18,000 |
| West Des Moines | Polk and Dallas Counties | 20-45 squares | $10,000-$23,000 |
| Urbandale | Polk and Dallas Counties | 18-30 squares | $9,000-$16,000 |
| Johnston | Polk County | 22-38 squares | $11,000-$19,000 |
| Altoona | Polk County | 18-32 squares | $9,000-$16,000 |
Ranges reflect asphalt shingle replacement at the metro average of $500–$550 per square. Simple roofs often come in under these figures; steep, multi-story, or heavily cut-up roofs run above them. They are planning figures, not quotes.
Why costs differ from city to city
Des Moines
18-32 squares · typical total $9,000-$16,000
A lot of Des Moines housing stock predates 1960, so second layers of shingles, older decking, and dated flashing around chimneys are common. Summer hail and straight-line winds off the plains are the most frequent reason homeowners here call us.
Ankeny
22-38 squares · typical total $11,000-$19,000
Newer two-story homes with attached garages and simple gable or hip roofs dominate. Original builder shingles are frequently 3-tab, which weather faster than today's architectural shingles after Iowa hail seasons.
Waukee
26-45 squares · typical total $13,000-$22,000
Many Waukee roofs are large and cut up with valleys and dormers, so waste factor and flashing work drive cost more than in older, simpler neighborhoods. Open Dallas County terrain also means more wind exposure.
Clive
22-40 squares · typical total $11,000-$20,000
Heavy tree canopy shortens shingle life on shaded slopes and puts constant debris into gutters. Cedar shake conversions to architectural asphalt are common in the older Clive neighborhoods.
Bondurant
20-34 squares · typical total $10,000-$17,000
Mostly homes built after 2000 with simple to moderate rooflines. Because the area is flat and open, we pay extra attention to ridge caps, starter courses, and edge metal that take the brunt of prairie wind.
Grimes
22-36 squares · typical total $11,000-$18,000
Ranch and two-story builds from the 2000s onward, often with attached three-car garages that add roof area. Wind-driven rain along the 141 corridor makes proper valley and step flashing critical.
West Des Moines
20-45 squares · typical total $10,000-$23,000
Valley Junction homes tend toward steep, older roofs with multiple layers, while west-side homes are larger with complex hip-and-valley designs. Upgraded architectural and designer shingles are common requests in the newer neighborhoods.
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Urbandale
18-30 squares · typical total $9,000-$16,000
Plenty of 1960s-1980s ranches with straightforward rooflines, plus larger two-story homes in the newer north Urbandale developments. Mature trees throughout the city mean moss, shade wear, and debris buildup are common issues on older roofs.
Johnston
22-38 squares · typical total $11,000-$19,000
Mostly homes built from the 1990s onward, including many larger two-story and walkout ranch designs. Proximity to Saylorville Lake and open agricultural ground means Johnston roofs take steady wind exposure year-round.
Altoona
18-32 squares · typical total $9,000-$16,000
A blend of mid-century homes in the older core and post-2000 construction in the newer subdivisions. Open exposure to the east and north makes storm damage inspections a regular part of roofing work here.
About this data
These figures come from Hutch Unlimited Roofing's experience measuring and replacing roofs across the Des Moines metro, combined with the local housing stock in each city: when neighborhoods were built, typical roof size and pitch, and how many old layers a tear-off usually involves. They are honest planning ranges — the exact price for your home comes from measuring your actual roof.
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