Trades & Labor Columbus, GA Pop. 206,922

Solar Installer Salary in Columbus, Georgia

The median solar installer salary in Columbus, GA is $40,996 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 7.5% below the Georgia state average.

City Median
$40,996
vs State Avg
$-3,337
vs National
$-6,674
Cost of Living
86%

Solar Installer Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, 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 Columbus, GA

Percentile Columbus
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 Georgia Cities

Atlanta, GA
$48,623
Pop. 498,715
Savannah, GA
$43,856
Pop. 147,780
Athens, GA
$42,903
Pop. 127,064
Augusta, GA
$41,950
Pop. 202,081

How to Become a Solar Installer in Columbus

Education

Most solar installer positions require a high school diploma. Columbus and the surrounding Georgia 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 Columbus may vary based on local industry and population growth.