Solar Installer
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$47,480/yr
Typical range
$37,000 – $60,000
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Solar Installer does
Assembles, installs, and maintains solar photovoltaic systems on rooftops and ground-mounted structures for residential and commercial clients.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Automotive Technician — $46,830/yr
- CNC Machinist — $50,110/yr
- Diesel Mechanic — $54,360/yr
- Elevator Mechanic — $99,640/yr
- EV Technician — $58,000/yr
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