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Solar Installer Salary in Cleveland, Ohio

The median solar installer salary in Cleveland, OH is $40,996 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 4.4% below the Ohio state average.

City Median
$40,996
vs State Avg
$-1,907
vs National
$-6,674
Cost of Living
86%

Solar Installer Salary in Cleveland by Experience

In Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, OH

Percentile Cleveland
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 Ohio Cities

Columbus, OH
$45,287
Pop. 905,748
Cincinnati, OH
$42,903
Pop. 309,317
Akron, OH
$40,043
Pop. 190,469
Toledo, OH
$39,089
Pop. 270,871

How to Become a Solar Installer in Cleveland

Education

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