Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,600 | $55,179 | +10% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.13 | $26.53 | +10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,743.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Solar Installer in California is $60,600, or about $29.13 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Solar Installers is $55,179. California is +10% above the national median.
Entry-level solar installers in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,830 solar installer jobs on record and a median salary of $60,600, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.