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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Panel Builder in the United States is $44,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.
However, a Panel Builder's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
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| 75th Percentile | $56,167 | $4,681 | $1,080 | $27 |
| Average | $44,690 | $3,724 | $859 | $21 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,649 | $3,054 | $705 | $18 |
Confidential - Columbus, OH
Confidential - Columbus, OH
Confidential - Columbus, OH
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A Panel Builder's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Panel Builder's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Panel Builder | $45,807 |
| Intermediate Level Panel Builder | $46,766 |
| Senior Level Panel Builder | $49,766 |
| Specialist Level Panel Builder | $50,366 |
| Expert Level Panel Builder | $50,766 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Panel Builders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Panel Builder roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Panel Builder positions in Business Services or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Panel Builder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $49,159 | $24.0 | 10% |
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $46,925 | $23.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Panel Builder's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $56,167 | $4,681 | $1,080 | $27 |
| Average | $44,690 | $3,724 | $859 | $21 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,649 | $3,054 | $705 | $18 |
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The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Panel Builder roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.
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