Occupation ยท SOC 47-2231
Solar Photovoltaic Installers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of solar photovoltaic installers typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 28,280 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $51,860 ($24.93 an hour).
US employment
28,280
Median annual wage
$51,860
Mean annual wage
$57,380
Median hourly wage
$24.93
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineers | $111,910 | $60,050 (+115.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $100,070 | $48,210 (+93.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California8,970
- 2. Texas5,370
- 3. Florida1,940
- 4. Puerto Rico1,430
- 5. Arizona1,360
- 6. New Jersey1,280
- 7. Virginia1,110
- 8. North Carolina730
- 9. Indiana660
- 10. Colorado650
States that pay the most
- 1. Rhode Island$103,880
- 2. Nevada$66,090
- 3. New Jersey$64,670
- 4. Vermont$64,230
- 5. Hawaii$62,740
- 6. California$60,790
- 7. Oregon$58,720
- 8. Maryland$58,420
- 9. Kansas$57,200
- 10. Massachusetts$55,010
Median annual wage. Based on 28 states and territories with published figures.
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