Trades & Labor Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Solar Installer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median solar installer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $40,996 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$40,996
vs State Avg
$-2,860
vs National
$-6,674
Cost of Living
86%

Solar Installer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level solar installer earns around $29,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $58,480 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,240
$-4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$42,140
$-6,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$58,480
$-9,520 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $27,520
25th Percentile $32,680
Median (50th) $40,996
75th Percentile $51,600
90th Percentile $61,920

Solar Installer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$46,717
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$46,717
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$45,287
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$41,950
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Solar Installer in Winston-Salem

Education

Most solar installer positions require a high school diploma. Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.