As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Solar Panel Installer in Washington, DC is $64,303, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,237 weekly, or $5,359 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Solar Panel Installer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Solar Panel Installer in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $52,227 to $80,285. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,982) and 75th percentile ($72,669), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,285 per year. This $14,687 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, Washington Solar Panel Installer often earn 0.5% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 79 statewide for Solar Panel 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 Panel Installer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Solar Panel Installer Salary $52,227 Washington, DC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Solar Panel Installer Salary $57,982 Washington, DC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Solar Panel Installer Salary $64,303 Washington, DC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Solar Panel Installer Salary $72,669 Washington, DC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Solar Panel Installer Salary $80,285 Washington, DC July 01, 2026
25% $57,982 10% $52,227 90% $80,285 75% $72,669 $64,303 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Solar Panel Installer

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    3 - 5 years experience
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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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