Solar Photovoltaic Installers Salary in California
Solar Photovoltaic Installers in California earn a median of $60,600 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $60,600
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($53,140)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 6,830
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,070; the top 10% earn over $83,770. Nationally the range is $41,600 to $79,970.
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Solar Photovoltaic Installers pay in California
How much do solar photovoltaic installers make in California?
The median is $60,600 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,070 and the top 10% earn over $83,770. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for solar photovoltaic installers?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 32 (+14% vs. the national median of $53,140). Living costs are not included.