As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Solar Installer in Des Moines, IA is $68,898, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,325 weekly, or $5,742 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Solar Installer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Solar Installer in Des Moines, IA vary widely, spanning from $55,954 to $86,018. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,123) and 75th percentile ($77,859), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,018 per year. This $15,736 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Des Moines Solar Installer often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Des Moines currently ranks 416 statewide for Solar Installer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Solar Installer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Solar Installer Salary $55,954 Des Moines, IA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Solar Installer Salary $62,123 Des Moines, IA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Solar Installer Salary $68,898 Des Moines, IA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Solar Installer Salary $77,859 Des Moines, IA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Solar Installer Salary $86,018 Des Moines, IA May 01, 2026
25% $62,123 10% $55,954 90% $86,018 75% $77,859 $68,898 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Solar Installer in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Solar Installer ranges from $62,123 to $77,859 with the average base salary of $68,898. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,783 to $83,582 with the average total cash compensation of $73,820.

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