What are the main factors that influence a Solar Developer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Solar Developer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Solar Developer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Solar Developer's salary?

A Solar Developer's salary grows with experience: a Loan Underwriter I (0-2 years)earns $63,181, a Loan Underwriter II (2-4 years)earns $73,776, a Solar Developer (4-7 years)earns $90,875, a Loan Underwriter IV (7+ years)earns $110,347, a Loan Underwriting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $101,544,

What are the highest paying states for a Solar Developer?

Solar Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Solar Developer roles are District of Columbia $95,838, California $95,474, Massachusetts $94,202. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Solar Developer roles make?

Salaries for Solar Developer level roles vary by specialization: Solar Engineer: $114,010; Solar Manager: $90,848; Solar Technician: $89,297; Solar Electrician: $81,650; Solar Energy: $75,060.

Solar Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Solar Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Solar Developer in Rhode Island is $89,744 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Solar Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,955
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,315 to $92,995
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,373

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Solar Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,995	$7,750	$1,788	$45
Average	$89,744	$7,479	$1,726	$43
25th Percentile	$84,315	$7,026	$1,621	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Solar Developer Salaries

A Solar Developer'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.

How Experience Level Affects Solar Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Solar Developer'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $63,181
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,776
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,875
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,347
Expert (over 8 years): $101,544

Levels	Salary
Loan Unde... Level Solar Developer	$63,181
Loan Unde... Level Solar Developer	$73,776
Solar Dev... Level Solar Developer	$90,875
Loan Unde... Level Solar Developer	$110,347
Loan Unde... Level Solar Developer	$101,544

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How Do Solar Developer Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Solar Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,838.
California: $95,474.
Massachusetts: $94,202.

District of Columbia $95,838 California $95,474 Massachusetts $94,202 Washington $93,856 New Jersey $93,821 Alaska $93,700 Connecticut $92,505 New York $92,021

Hawaii $90,471 Rhode Island $89,744 Maryland $89,251 Minnesota $88,576 Colorado $88,316 Illinois $88,229 Oregon $87,901 Delaware $87,658

New Hampshire $87,506 Virginia $87,165 Pennsylvania $86,169 Nevada $85,667 North Dakota $85,503 Michigan $85,243 Wisconsin $85,148 Vermont $84,958

Texas $84,430 Maine $84,395 Arizona $84,343 Ohio $84,282 Georgia $83,486 Indiana $83,088 Wyoming $83,010 Utah $82,889

Iowa $82,837 Kansas $82,421 Louisiana $82,300 North Carolina $82,257 Missouri $82,240 Florida $81,902 Montana $81,720 Nebraska $81,547

Kentucky $81,452 South Carolina $81,106 Tennessee $80,889 Idaho $80,803 New Mexico $80,171 Oklahoma $80,032 Alabama $79,522 South Dakota $78,665

Arkansas $78,197 West Virginia $77,946 Mississippi $77,193

Top Paying Cities for Solar Developers

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:

Adamsville: $90,866
Albion: $90,098
Ashaway: $90,694

Adamsville, RI $90,866 Albion, RI $90,098 Ashaway, RI $90,694 Barrington, RI $89,861 Block Island, RI $90,361 Bradford, RI $90,639 Bristol, RI $90,207 Carolina, RI $90,490

Charlestown, RI $90,522 Chepachet, RI $90,342 Clayville, RI $90,091 Coventry, RI $90,095 West Greenwich, RI $90,343 East Greenwich, RI $90,034 Exeter, RI $90,318 Fiskeville, RI $89,859

Forestdale, RI $90,552 Foster, RI $90,295 Glendale, RI $90,559 Greene, RI $90,413 Greenville, RI $89,894 Harmony, RI $90,010 Harrisville, RI $90,520 Hope, RI $89,916

Hope Valley, RI $90,614 Hopkinton, RI $90,734 Jamestown, RI $90,431 Kenyon, RI $90,478 Little Compton, RI $90,852 Manville, RI $90,217 Mapleville, RI $90,360 Newport, RI $90,522

Middletown, RI $90,561 North Kingstown, RI $90,189 North Scituate, RI $90,011 Oakland, RI $90,458 Pascoag, RI $90,580 Pawtucket, RI $89,727 Central Falls, RI $89,767 Cumberland, RI $90,277

Lincoln, RI $89,857 Portsmouth, RI $90,512 Prudence Island, RI $90,326 Rockville, RI $90,720 Saunderstown, RI $90,376 Shannock, RI $90,483 Slatersville, RI $90,553 Slocum, RI $90,374

Tiverton, RI $90,787 Wakefield, RI $90,453 Kingston, RI $90,419 Narragansett, RI $90,478 Peace Dale, RI $90,442 Warren, RI $90,093 Warwick, RI $89,842 Westerly, RI $90,715

West Kingston, RI $90,447 West Warwick, RI $89,952 Wood River Junction, RI $90,576 Woonsocket, RI $90,557 North Smithfield, RI $90,351 Wyoming, RI $90,483 Providence, RI $89,701 Cranston, RI $89,713

North Providence, RI $89,723 East Providence, RI $89,707 Riverside, RI $89,736 Rumford, RI $89,723 Smithfield, RI $89,904 Johnston, RI $89,754

Solar Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Solar Developer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Solar Developer positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Solar Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Solar Developer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$98,719	$47.0	10%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$94,231	$45.0	5%

Solar Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Solar Developer'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.

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$84,315

Average $89,744/year

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Average $7,479/month

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Average $1,726/week

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Average $43/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,995	$7,750	$1,788	$45
Average	$89,744	$7,479	$1,726	$43
25th Percentile	$84,315	$7,026	$1,621	$41

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