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Solar Installer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median solar installer salary in Lafayette, LA is $44,333 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.1% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$44,333
vs State Avg
$-1,430
vs National
$-3,337
Cost of Living
88%

Solar Installer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level solar installer earns around $31,620, while experienced professionals earn up to $63,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,620
$-2,380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,570
$-3,430 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$63,240
$-4,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $29,760
25th Percentile $35,340
Median (50th) $44,333
75th Percentile $55,800
90th Percentile $66,960

Solar Installer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$49,100
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$46,240
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$43,380
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$42,903
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Solar Installer in Lafayette

Education

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