Solar Photovoltaic Installers Salary in the United States
The median annual wage for solar photovoltaic installers in the U.S. is $53,140 ($25.55 per hour), according to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program, May 2025 estimates.
- Median annual wage
- $53,140
- Mean annual wage
- $57,900
- Median hourly wage
- $25.55
- Employment
- 31,350
31,350 employed
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $41,600 | $20.00 |
| 25th percentile | $46,700 | $22.45 |
| Median (50th) | $53,140 | $25.55 |
| 75th percentile | $62,870 | $30.23 |
| 90th percentile | $79,970 | $38.45 |
Highest-paying states for solar photovoltaic installers
| State | Median annual wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $78,950 | 1,880 |
| Hawaii | $70,370 | 420 |
| Nevada | $67,810 | 100 |
| Oregon | $66,320 | 360 |
| Ohio | $62,400 | 70 |
| Washington | $61,630 | — |
| Maine | $61,210 | 60 |
| California | $60,600 | 6,830 |
| Illinois | $59,630 | — |
| Massachusetts | $59,180 | 620 |
Lowest-paying states
- South Dakota: $42,380 median annual wage
- North Carolina: $43,860 median annual wage
- Arkansas: $44,820 median annual wage
- Maryland: $45,430 median annual wage
- Indiana: $46,140 median annual wage
About this occupation
Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics. May include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules. May perform minor electrical work such as current checks.
Typical tasks
- Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.
- Determine photovoltaic (PV) system designs or configurations based on factors such as customer needs, expectations, and site conditions.
- Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.
- Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic (PV) system installation or materials.
- Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.
- Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms.
Education of the current workforce — typical entry: High school diploma or equivalent
| Education level | Share of workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school diploma | 16.4% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 34.7% |
| Some college, no degree | 26.3% |
| Associate's degree | 10.7% |
| Bachelor's degree | 10.8% |
| Master's degree | 1.1% |
Occupation profile data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
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About this data
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- CareerOneStop Occupation Profiles — data period 2026-08, retrieved August 14, 2026.
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