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Solar Installer Salary in Iowa City, Iowa

The median solar installer salary in Iowa City, IA is $45,287 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 6.7% above the Iowa state average.

City Median
$45,287
vs State Avg
+$2,861
vs National
$-2,383
Cost of Living
95%

Solar Installer Salary in Iowa City by Experience

In Iowa City, an entry-level solar installer earns around $32,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $64,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,300
$-1,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,550
$-2,450 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$64,600
$-3,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa City, IA

Percentile Iowa City
10th Percentile $30,400
25th Percentile $36,100
Median (50th) $45,287
75th Percentile $57,000
90th Percentile $68,400

Solar Installer Salary in Other Iowa Cities

Des Moines, IA
$43,856
Pop. 214,133
Cedar Rapids, IA
$41,950
Pop. 137,710
Davenport, IA
$40,996
Pop. 101,724
Sioux City, IA
$40,043
Pop. 85,797

How to Become a Solar Installer in Iowa City

Education

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