Trades & Labor Wichita, KS Pop. 397,532

Solar Installer Salary in Wichita, Kansas

The median solar installer salary in Wichita, KS is $40,520 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.3% below the Kansas state average.

City Median
$40,520
vs State Avg
$-953
vs National
$-7,150
Cost of Living
85%

Solar Installer Salary in Wichita by Experience

In Wichita, an entry-level solar installer earns around $28,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $57,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,900
$-5,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$41,650
$-7,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$57,800
$-10,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wichita, KS

Percentile Wichita
10th Percentile $27,200
25th Percentile $32,300
Median (50th) $40,520
75th Percentile $51,000
90th Percentile $61,200

Solar Installer Salary in Other Kansas Cities

Overland Park, KS
$45,763
Pop. 197,238
Olathe, KS
$44,810
Pop. 141,290
Kansas City, KS
$41,950
Pop. 156,607
Topeka, KS
$39,566
Pop. 127,473

How to Become a Solar Installer in Wichita

Education

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