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Solar Installer Salary in Portland, Maine

The median solar installer salary in Portland, ME is $51,484 per year, which is 8.0% above the national median and 10.2% above the Maine state average.

City Median
$51,484
vs State Avg
+$4,767
vs National
+$3,814
Cost of Living
108%

Solar Installer Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level solar installer earns around $36,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,720
+$2,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,920
+$3,920 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,440
+$5,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, ME

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $34,560
25th Percentile $41,040
Median (50th) $51,484
75th Percentile $64,800
90th Percentile $77,760

Solar Installer Salary in Other Maine Cities

South Portland, ME
$50,054
Pop. 25,665
Bangor, ME
$43,856
Pop. 32,029
Lewiston, ME
$42,903
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$42,426
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Solar Installer in Portland

Education

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