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Solar Installer Salary in Albany, New York

The median solar installer salary in Albany, NY is $46,717 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 19.7% below the New York state average.

City Median
$46,717
vs State Avg
$-11,440
vs National
$-953
Cost of Living
98%

Solar Installer Salary in Albany by Experience

In Albany, an entry-level solar installer earns around $33,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $66,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,320
$-680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,020
$-980 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$66,640
$-1,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Albany, NY

Percentile Albany
10th Percentile $31,360
25th Percentile $37,240
Median (50th) $46,717
75th Percentile $58,800
90th Percentile $70,560

Solar Installer Salary in Other New York Cities

New York City, NY
$89,143
Pop. 8,336,817
Yonkers, NY
$64,355
Pop. 211,569
Buffalo, NY
$43,856
Pop. 278,349
Rochester, NY
$42,903
Pop. 211,328

How to Become a Solar Installer in Albany

Education

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