Illinois Median
$59,630
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.67
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+12% vs US median
US median $53,140
State Rank
#9 of 32
state estimate
How much does a Solar Photovoltaic Installer make in Illinois?
Solar Photovoltaic Installers in Illinois take home a median of $59,630 annually — roughly $28.67 an hour — which runs 12% above the national median of $53,140.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $35,360 while the top 10% make $103,460 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $47,890 and $70,800 a year.
Solar Photovoltaic Installer salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $35,360 | $17.00 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $47,890 | $23.02 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $59,630 | $28.67 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $70,800 | $34.04 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $103,460 | $49.74 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 9th out of 32 states and territories for Solar Photovoltaic Installer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Solar Photovoltaic Installer salary in other states
New Jersey $78,950Hawaii $70,370Nevada $67,810Oregon $66,320Ohio $62,400Washington $61,630Maine $61,210California $60,600Massachusetts $59,180Iowa $56,740New York $56,160Connecticut $55,590Arizona $51,160Florida $50,550South Carolina $50,490Kansas $49,990Utah $49,980Wisconsin $49,770Colorado $49,730Vermont $49,490Virginia $49,190New Mexico $48,490Texas $48,240Georgia $47,790Pennsylvania $47,760Michigan $47,080Indiana $46,140Maryland $45,430Arkansas $44,820North Carolina $43,860South Dakota $42,380
Working as a Solar Photovoltaic Installer in Illinois
Nationally, about 31,000 people work as Solar Photovoltaic Installers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($59,630) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Solar Photovoltaic Installer make in Illinois?
The median Solar Photovoltaic Installer salary in Illinois is $59,630 per year, or about $28.67 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,360 at the entry level to $103,460 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Solar Photovoltaic Installers about 12% more than the national median of $53,140. Illinois ranks 9th out of 32 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Solar Photovoltaic Installers?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $59,630 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.