Trades & Labor South Carolina (SC) Rank #41 of 50

Solar Installer Salary in South Carolina

The median solar installer salary in South Carolina is $42,426 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $47,670.

Median Salary

$42,426

vs National

$-5,244

State Rank

#41 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Solar Installer Salary in South Carolina by Experience

In South Carolina, an entry-level solar installer earns around $30,260, while experienced professionals earn up to $60,520 per year. The cost of living index in South Carolina is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,260

$-3,740 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$43,610

$-5,390 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$60,520

$-7,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Carolina

Percentile	SC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,480	$32,000	$-3,520
25th Percentile	$33,820	$38,000	$-4,180
Median (50th)	$42,426	$47,670	$-5,244
75th Percentile	$53,400	$60,000	$-6,600
90th Percentile	$64,080	$72,000	$-7,920

Solar Installer Salary by City in South Carolina

The largest employment areas for solar installers in South Carolina include Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and North Charleston. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, SC

$47,670

Pop. 150,227 · COL 100%

Columbia, SC

$42,903

Pop. 131,674 · COL 90%

Greenville, SC

$43,856

Pop. 72,095 · COL 92%

North Charleston, SC

$45,287

Pop. 115,382 · COL 95%

Mount Pleasant, SC

$50,054

Pop. 94,171 · COL 105%

How to Become a Solar Installer in South Carolina

Education

Most solar installer positions require a high school diploma. South Carolina has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Solar PV SystemsElectricalRoofingSafetyBlueprint ReadingNEC Code

Job Outlook in South Carolina

Nationally, solar installer employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). South Carolina's demand may vary based on local industry trends.