Solar installer pv demographics and statistics in the US
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Solar installer pv gender statistics
5.8% of solar installer pvs are women and 94.2% of solar installer pvs are men.
- Male, 94.2%
- Female, 5.8%
Solar installer pv gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 94.2% |
| Female | 5.8% |
Solar installer pv gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,940
Female income
$36,121
Solar installer pv gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in solar installer pv positions over time. Currently, 5.8% of solar installer pvs are female.
Solar installer pv gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.27% | 6.73% |
| 2011 | 92.80% | 7.20% |
| 2012 | 97.42% | 2.58% |
| 2013 | 98.73% | 1.27% |
| 2014 | 96.46% | 3.54% |
| 2015 | 96.66% | 3.34% |
| 2016 | 98.75% | 1.25% |
| 2017 | 97.61% | 2.39% |
| 2018 | 85.78% | 14.22% |
| 2019 | 94.16% | 5.84% |
| 2020 | 84.76% | 15.24% |
| 2021 | 94.16% | 5.84% |
Solar installer pv related jobs gender ratio
We compared solar installer pvs with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Solar Installer PV | 94% | 6% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
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Solar installer pv demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among solar installer pvs is Hispanic or Latino, which makes up 36.3% of all solar installer pvs. Comparatively, 35.3% of solar installer pvs are White and 15.8% of solar installer pvs are Black or African American.
- Hispanic or Latino, 36.3%
- White, 35.3%
- Black or African American, 15.8%
- Unknown, 6.3%
- Asian, 5.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Solar installer pv race
| Solar installer pv race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hispanic or Latino | 36.3% |
| White | 35.3% |
| Black or African American | 15.8% |
| Unknown | 6.3% |
| Asian | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Solar installer pv race and ethnicity over time
See how solar installer pv racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Solar installer pv race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.30% | 8.05% | 1.17% | 18.29% |
| 2011 | 68.68% | 8.17% | 0.76% | 17.55% |
| 2012 | 63.23% | 10.25% | 1.09% | 23.41% |
| 2013 | 61.69% | 10.13% | 0.89% | 24.89% |
| 2014 | 61.95% | 8.91% | 1.00% | 25.01% |
| 2015 | 62.75% | 9.58% | 0.72% | 24.55% |
| 2016 | 62.15% | 7.12% | 0.43% | 26.99% |
| 2017 | 61.20% | 9.79% | 1.13% | 25.06% |
| 2018 | 50.28% | 7.91% | 3.95% | 35.03% |
| 2019 | 59.29% | 11.43% | 0.71% | 25.00% |
| 2020 | 51.20% | 12.00% | 1.60% | 30.40% |
| 2021 | 35.26% | 15.79% | 5.79% | 36.32% |
Solar installer pv wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown solar installer pvs have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american solar installer pvs have the lowest average salary at $36,562.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,307 |
| White | $39,688 |
| Black or African American | $36,562 |
| Asian | $38,385 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,876 |
Average solar installer pv age
See how the average age of solar installer pvs varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Solar installer pv age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 27 | |
| Black or African American | 29 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 24 |
Solar installer pv age breakdown
The average age of solar installer pvs is 20-30 years years old, representing 58% of the solar installer pv population.
Solar installer pv age breakdown
| Solar Installer PV Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 13% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 58% |
Solar installer pv educational attainment
The most common degree for solar installer pvs is high school diploma, with 33% of solar installer pvs earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 22%.
- High School Diploma, 33%
- Associate, 23%
- Bachelor's, 22%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 11%
Solar installer pvs by degree level
| Solar installer pv degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 33% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Bachelor's | 22% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 11% |
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Solar installer pv wage gap by degree level
According to the data, solar installer pvs with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $40,794 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, solar installer pvs earn a median annual income of $39,181 compared to $37,783 for solar installer pvs with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,783 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,181 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $40,794 |
Solar installer pv employment statistics
Company size where solar installer pvs work
Below, you can see the size of companies where solar installer pvs work.
Solar installer pv jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 38% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 3% |
Solar installer pv jobs by industry
The most common industries for solar installer pvs are energy, construction and professional.
Solar installer pv industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Energy | 24% |
| Construction | 21% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Start-up | 5% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
Solar installer pv turnover and employment statistics
Solar installer pv unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for solar installer pvs between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Solar installer pv unemployment rate by year
| Year | Solar installer pv unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16.57% |
| 2011 | 14.50% |
| 2012 | 19.94% |
| 2013 | 15.90% |
| 2014 | 13.10% |
| 2015 | 10.72% |
| 2016 | 8.92% |
| 2017 | 7.10% |
| 2018 | 11.56% |
| 2019 | 8.55% |
| 2020 | 17.82% |
| 2021 | 11.52% |
Average solar installer pv tenure
The average solar installer pv stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 362 solar installer pvs resumes in Zippia's database.
Solar installer pv tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 47% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 2% |
Solar installer pv LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of solar installer pvs that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Post Tensioning Ironworker | 1.40% | 4,055 |
| Acoustical Ceiling Technician | 1.75% | 5,679 |
| Asphalt Worker | 2.24% | 23,134 |
| Wireman | 2.76% | 9,172 |
| Hardwood Floor Sander | 3.39% | 16,335 |
| Spouter | 4.07% | 3 |
| Solar Installer PV | 8.12% | - |
Similar solar installer pv jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Post Tensioning Ironworker | 1.40% | 4,055 |
| Acoustical Ceiling Technician | 1.75% | 5,679 |
| Asphalt Worker | 2.24% | 23,134 |
| Wireman | 2.76% | 9,172 |
| Hardwood Floor Sander | 3.39% | 16,335 |
| Spouter | 4.07% | 3 |
Foreign languages spoken by solar installer pvs
The most common foreign language among solar installer pvs is Spanish at 71.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 14.3% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 71.4%
- Mandarin, 14.3%
- Chinese, 14.3%
Solar installer pv languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 71.4% |
| Mandarin | 14.3% |
| Chinese | 14.3% |
