Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $47,760 | $55,179 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.96 | $26.53 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $48,934.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Solar Installer in Pennsylvania is $47,760, or about $22.96 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Solar Installers is $55,179. Pennsylvania is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level solar installers in Pennsylvania typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,210 solar installer jobs on record and a median salary of $47,760, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.