Trades & Labor Alabama (AL) Rank #45 of 50

Elevator Installer Salary in Alabama

The median elevator installer salary in Alabama is $85,138 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $97,860.

Median Salary

$85,138

vs National

$-12,722

State Rank

#45 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Elevator Installer Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level elevator installer earns around $52,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $123,540 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$52,200

$-7,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$86,130

$-12,870 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$123,540

$-18,460 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$50,460	$58,000	$-7,540
25th Percentile	$66,120	$76,000	$-9,880
Median (50th)	$85,138	$97,860	$-12,722
75th Percentile	$106,140	$122,000	$-15,860
90th Percentile	$128,760	$148,000	$-19,240

Elevator Installer Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for elevator installers in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$88,074

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$90,031

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$84,160

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$83,181

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%

Tuscaloosa, AL

$86,117

Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a Elevator Installer in Alabama

Education

Most elevator installer positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Elevator SystemsElectricalHydraulicsBlueprint ReadingSafety CodesTroubleshooting

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, elevator installer employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.