Solar Photovoltaic Installers Salary in Texas
The median pay for a solar photovoltaic installers in Texas is $45,870/year ($22.05/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $65K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $46K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level solar photovoltaic installers (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $65K or more, a $27K spread from bottom to top.
Solar Photovoltaic Installers salary by metro in Texas
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $48K | +4% | 980 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $46K | +0% | 1,190 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $41K | -11% | 1,770 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do solar photovoltaic installers make in Texas?
The median is $45,870 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $37,300, and experienced solar photovoltaic installers can clear $64,670. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,241/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 43.7% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a solar photovoltaic installers salary go in Texas?
Texas has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median solar photovoltaic installers salary is worth about $50,137 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do solar photovoltaic installers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.