Trades & Labor Rockford, IL Pop. 148,655

Solar Installer Salary in Rockford, Illinois

The median solar installer salary in Rockford, IL is $39,089 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 13.7% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$39,089
vs State Avg
$-6,198
vs National
$-8,581
Cost of Living
82%

Solar Installer Salary in Rockford by Experience

In Rockford, an entry-level solar installer earns around $27,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $55,760 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,880
$-6,120 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$40,180
$-8,820 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$55,760
$-12,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rockford, IL

Percentile Rockford
10th Percentile $26,240
25th Percentile $31,160
Median (50th) $39,089
75th Percentile $49,200
90th Percentile $59,040

Solar Installer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$51,484
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$51,007
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$45,287
Pop. 197,757
Springfield, IL
$40,520
Pop. 114,394

How to Become a Solar Installer in Rockford

Education

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