How much does a solar photovoltaic installer make in Washington?
$61,630a year
Median yearly pay for solar photovoltaic installers in Washington. That is $29.63 an hour or $5,136 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.63
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 32
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,440Median: $61,630Highest 10%: $61,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,440 | $24.25 | |
| 25th | $50,450 | $24.25 | |
| Median | $61,630 | $29.63 | |
| 75th | $61,630 | $29.63 | |
| 90th | $61,640 | $29.63 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $66,320 |
| Seattle, WA | $61,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for solar photovoltaic installers.
| 3. Nevada | $67,810 |
| 4. Oregon | $66,320 |
| 5. Ohio | $62,400 |
| 6. Washington | $61,630 |
| 7. Maine | $61,210 |
| 8. California | $60,600 |
| 9. Illinois | $59,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a solar photovoltaic installer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $29.63 ($61,630 a year).
Do solar photovoltaic installers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $61,630 against $53,140 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Washington rank for solar photovoltaic installer pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 32 states.
Which city in Washington pays solar photovoltaic installers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $66,320 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.