Trades & Labor Iowa (IA) Rank #39 of 50

Solar Installer Salary in Iowa

The median solar installer salary in Iowa is $42,426 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $47,670.

Median Salary

$42,426

vs National

$-5,244

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Solar Installer Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level solar installer earns around $30,260, while experienced professionals earn up to $60,520 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,260

$-3,740 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$43,610

$-5,390 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$60,520

$-7,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,480	$32,000	$-3,520
25th Percentile	$33,820	$38,000	$-4,180
Median (50th)	$42,426	$47,670	$-5,244
75th Percentile	$53,400	$60,000	$-6,600
90th Percentile	$64,080	$72,000	$-7,920

Solar Installer Salary by City in Iowa

The largest employment areas for solar installers in Iowa include Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Sioux City. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Des Moines, IA

$43,856

Pop. 214,133 · COL 92%

Cedar Rapids, IA

$41,950

Pop. 137,710 · COL 88%

Davenport, IA

$40,996

Pop. 101,724 · COL 86%

Sioux City, IA

$40,043

Pop. 85,797 · COL 84%

Iowa City, IA

$45,287

Pop. 74,828 · COL 95%

How to Become a Solar Installer in Iowa

Education

Most solar installer positions require a high school diploma. Iowa has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Solar PV SystemsElectricalRoofingSafetyBlueprint ReadingNEC Code

Job Outlook in Iowa

Nationally, solar installer employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Iowa's demand may vary based on local industry trends.