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Solar Installer Salary in Montgomery, Alabama

The median solar installer salary in Montgomery, AL is $40,996 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 1.2% below the Alabama state average.

City Median
$40,996
vs State Avg
$-477
vs National
$-6,674
Cost of Living
86%

Solar Installer Salary in Montgomery by Experience

In Montgomery, an entry-level solar installer earns around $29,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $58,480 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,240
$-4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$42,140
$-6,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$58,480
$-9,520 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montgomery, AL

Percentile Montgomery
10th Percentile $27,520
25th Percentile $32,680
Median (50th) $40,996
75th Percentile $51,600
90th Percentile $61,920

Solar Installer Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$43,856
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$42,903
Pop. 197,575
Tuscaloosa, AL
$41,950
Pop. 101,129
Mobile, AL
$40,520
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Solar Installer in Montgomery

Education

Most solar installer positions require a high school diploma. Montgomery 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 Montgomery may vary based on local industry and population growth.