Trades & Labor Hilo, HI Pop. 45,703

Solar Installer Salary in Hilo, Hawaii

The median solar installer salary in Hilo, HI is $76,272 per year, which is 60.0% above the national median and 10.1% below the Hawaii state average.

City Median
$76,272
vs State Avg
$-8,581
vs National
+$28,602
Cost of Living
152%

Solar Installer Salary in Hilo by Experience

In Hilo, an entry-level solar installer earns around $54,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $108,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 152% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,400
+$20,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$78,400
+$29,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$108,800
+$40,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hilo, HI

Percentile Hilo
10th Percentile $51,200
25th Percentile $60,800
Median (50th) $76,272
75th Percentile $96,000
90th Percentile $115,200

Solar Installer Salary in Other Hawaii Cities

Honolulu, HI
$87,236
Pop. 350,964
Kailua, HI
$84,853
Pop. 38,635
Pearl City, HI
$83,899
Pop. 47,698
Waipahu, HI
$81,039
Pop. 38,216

How to Become a Solar Installer in Hilo

Education

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