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Solar Installer Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

The median solar installer salary in Raleigh, NC is $46,717 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 6.5% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$46,717
vs State Avg
+$2,861
vs National
$-953
Cost of Living
98%

Solar Installer Salary in Raleigh by Experience

In Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC

Percentile Raleigh
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 North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$46,717
Pop. 874,579
Durham, NC
$45,287
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$41,950
Pop. 299,035
Winston-Salem, NC
$40,996
Pop. 249,545

How to Become a Solar Installer in Raleigh

Education

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