Solar Photovoltaic Installers Salary in Houston, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX

Median annual salary $46,020 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.13
10th percentile $37,540
90th percentile $63,040
Employed locally 1,190
National median $51,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,540
    25th
    $39,340
    50th (median)
    $46,020
    75th
    $46,890
    90th
    $63,040

    Houston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,458 2023 • Census ACS
    Solar Photovoltaic Installers salary vs area income 57% Median Solar Photovoltaic Installers salary is 43% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Solar Photovoltaic Installers make per hour in Houston?

    The median hourly wage for Solar Photovoltaic Installers in Houston, TX is $22.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.58 or more per hour.

    Is Houston above or below average for Solar Photovoltaic Installers salaries?

    The median Solar Photovoltaic Installers salary in Houston, TX is 11.3% below the national median of $51,860. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Solar Photovoltaic Installers in Houston?

    Entry-level Solar Photovoltaic Installers (10th percentile) earn around $37,540 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,340.