New York Median
$56,160
per year
Hourly Rate
$27.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $53,140
State Rank
#12 of 32
1,230 employed here
How much does a Solar Photovoltaic Installer make in New York?
A Solar Photovoltaic Installer working in New York earns a median salary of $56,160 per year, or about $27.00 per hour. That is 6% above the national median of $53,140 for this occupation.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $46,630 while the top 10% make $74,770 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $49,290 and $58,700 a year.
Solar Photovoltaic Installer salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $46,630 | $22.42 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $49,290 | $23.70 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $56,160 | $27.00 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $58,700 | $28.22 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $74,770 | $35.95 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 12th 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 $60,600Illinois $59,630Massachusetts $59,180Iowa $56,740Connecticut $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 New York
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 New York pay ($56,160) 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 New York?
The median Solar Photovoltaic Installer salary in New York is $56,160 per year, or about $27.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $46,630 at the entry level to $74,770 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Solar Photovoltaic Installers about 6% more than the national median of $53,140. New York ranks 12th out of 32 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Solar Photovoltaic Installers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $56,160 a year. About 1,230 Solar Photovoltaic Installers are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.