Trades & Labor Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Solar Installer Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median solar installer salary in Birmingham, AL is $42,903 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$42,903
vs State Avg
+$1,430
vs National
$-4,767
Cost of Living
90%

Solar Installer Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level solar installer earns around $30,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $61,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,600
$-3,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$44,100
$-4,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$61,200
$-6,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $28,800
25th Percentile $34,200
Median (50th) $42,903
75th Percentile $54,000
90th Percentile $64,800

Solar Installer Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$43,856
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$41,950
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$40,996
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$40,520
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Solar Installer in Birmingham

Education

Most solar installer positions require a high school diploma. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Solar PV SystemsElectricalRoofingSafetyBlueprint ReadingNEC Code

Job Outlook

Nationally, solar installer employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.