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Solar Installer Salary in Louisville, Kentucky

The median solar installer salary in Louisville, KY is $43,856 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 5.7% above the Kentucky state average.

City Median
$43,856
vs State Avg
+$2,383
vs National
$-3,814
Cost of Living
92%

Solar Installer Salary in Louisville by Experience

In Louisville, an entry-level solar installer earns around $31,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $62,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,280
$-2,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,080
$-3,920 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$62,560
$-5,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisville, KY

Percentile Louisville
10th Percentile $29,440
25th Percentile $34,960
Median (50th) $43,856
75th Percentile $55,200
90th Percentile $66,240

Solar Installer Salary in Other Kentucky Cities

Lexington, KY
$44,333
Pop. 322,570
Covington, KY
$41,950
Pop. 40,961
Bowling Green, KY
$40,043
Pop. 74,735
Owensboro, KY
$39,089
Pop. 60,183

How to Become a Solar Installer in Louisville

Education

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