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Solar Installer Salary in Seattle, Washington

The median solar installer salary in Seattle, WA is $72,458 per year, which is 52.0% above the national median and 27.7% above the Washington state average.

City Median
$72,458
vs State Avg
+$15,731
vs National
+$24,788
Cost of Living
148%

Solar Installer Salary in Seattle by Experience

In Seattle, an entry-level solar installer earns around $51,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $103,360 per year. The local cost of living index is 148% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,680
+$17,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$74,480
+$25,480 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$103,360
+$35,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Seattle, WA

Percentile Seattle
10th Percentile $48,640
25th Percentile $57,760
Median (50th) $72,458
75th Percentile $91,200
90th Percentile $109,440

Solar Installer Salary in Other Washington Cities

Bellevue, WA
$74,365
Pop. 151,854
Tacoma, WA
$54,344
Pop. 219,346
Vancouver, WA
$50,530
Pop. 190,915
Spokane, WA
$45,763
Pop. 228,989

How to Become a Solar Installer in Seattle

Education

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