Trades & Labor Hillsboro, OR Pop. 106,447

Solar Installer Salary in Hillsboro, Oregon

The median solar installer salary in Hillsboro, OR is $54,821 per year, which is 15.0% above the national median and 1.8% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$54,821
vs State Avg
+$954
vs National
+$7,151
Cost of Living
112%

Solar Installer Salary in Hillsboro by Experience

In Hillsboro, an entry-level solar installer earns around $39,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 112% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,100
+$5,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,350
+$7,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$78,200
+$10,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hillsboro, OR

Percentile Hillsboro
10th Percentile $36,800
25th Percentile $43,700
Median (50th) $54,821
75th Percentile $69,000
90th Percentile $82,800

Solar Installer Salary in Other Oregon Cities

Portland, OR
$57,681
Pop. 652,503
Gresham, OR
$52,914
Pop. 113,103
Eugene, OR
$51,484
Pop. 176,654
Salem, OR
$50,054
Pop. 175,535

How to Become a Solar Installer in Hillsboro

Education

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