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Job outlook for solution specialists in the United States
Solution specialist job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected solution specialist job growth rate is -4% from 2018-2028.
About -105,300 new jobs for solution specialists are projected over the next decade.
Solution specialist salaries have increased 11% for solution specialists in the last 5 years.
There are over 11,335 solution specialists currently employed in the United States.
There are 56,938 active solution specialist job openings in the US.
The average solution specialist salary is $76,424.
Are solution specialist jobs in demand?
Solution specialist job and salary trends over time
Solution specialist jobs over time
Solution specialist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11,335 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 11,523 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 11,872 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 11,678 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 11,256 | 0.00% |
Average solution specialist salary over time
Solution specialist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $76,424 | $36.74 | +3.2% |
| 2024 | $74,035 | $35.59 | +2.8% |
| 2023 | $71,987 | $34.61 | +2.6% |
| 2022 | $70,153 | $33.73 | +1.8% |
| 2021 | $68,894 | $33.12 | +1.8% |
Solution specialist jobs by state
Most common states for solution specialists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 142 | 20% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 146 | 15% |
| 3 | Vermont | 623,657 | 92 | 15% |
| 4 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 438 | 14% |
| 5 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 392 | 13% |
| 6 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 116 | 13% |
| 7 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 162 | 12% |
| 8 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 804 | 11% |
| 9 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 775 | 11% |
| 10 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 215 | 11% |
| 11 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 116 | 11% |
| 12 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 82 | 11% |
| 13 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 64 | 11% |
| 14 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 1,218 | 10% |
| 15 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 557 | 10% |
| 16 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 407 | 10% |
| 17 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 130 | 10% |
| 18 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 109 | 10% |
| 19 | Alaska | 739,795 | 74 | 10% |
| 20 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 153 | 9% |
Most common cities for solution specialists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Rapids | 5 | 3% | $89,480 |
| 2 | Hartford | 4 | 3% | $89,197 |
| 3 | Atlanta | 11 | 2% | $69,970 |
| 4 | Tampa | 8 | 2% | $53,199 |
| 5 | Orlando | 6 | 2% | $54,928 |
| 6 | Gilbert | 5 | 2% | $81,275 |
| 7 | Boston | 7 | 1% | $100,709 |
| 8 | Detroit | 7 | 1% | $89,223 |
| 9 | Sacramento | 7 | 1% | $107,321 |
| 10 | Indianapolis | 6 | 1% | $78,101 |
| 11 | Miami | 5 | 1% | $48,590 |
| 12 | Baltimore | 4 | 1% | $92,000 |
| 13 | Minneapolis | 4 | 1% | $103,775 |
| 14 | New Orleans | 4 | 1% | $48,980 |
| 15 | Los Angeles | 12 | 0% | $93,253 |
| 16 | Chicago | 8 | 0% | $96,883 |
| 17 | Phoenix | 8 | 0% | $82,169 |
| 18 | San Diego | 7 | 0% | $90,394 |
Solution Specialist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of solution specialist experts
Rowan University
North Carolina Central University
Lasell University
American Public University System
Forsyth County, Georgia
Dr. Kate Seltzer Ph.D.
Assistant ProfessorRowan University
Department of Language, Literacy and Sociocultural education
How would you rate the starting salaries for Solution Specialists, as well as the prospects for salary advancement?
Dr. Kate Seltzer Ph.D.: Educators are not paid nearly enough. However, working in a state with strong teachers' unions helps to ensure a starting salary that recent graduates can live off of and growth opportunities, albeit modest, over their careers.
Elisha Blankson
Program Director NCCU, Assistant ProfessorNorth Carolina Central University
Communication Disorders Department
What type of skills will young Solution Specialists need?
Elisha Blankson: Graduates will need a skill set about the field in which they received training and additional skills useful to the job market. For example, with the changing demographics in the United States, extra skills in information technology and foreign languages will be a plus when entering the job market.
Dr. Deirdre Donovan
Associate Professor of Mathematics, Program Chair for Mathematics and Data ScienceLasell University
Mathematics Department
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Solution Specialists to find work opportunities?
Dr. Deirdre Donovan: Whether this question asks about physical locations, or online locations, or the economy sectors: to answer all of those, the key is analytics. Most industries turn to data to make decisions that will only grow to help manage pandemic related challenges. Every sector of the economy is using data to guide decisions. Young graduates bring fresh ideas and skills to every problem presented. The key for young grads is networking anywhere and everywhere, ensuring one's value is seen by hiring managers.
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.
Associate ProfessorAmerican Public University System
Public Administration Department
How do you envision technology impacting Solution Specialists in the next 5 years?
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.: COVID-19 has increased the number of people who are working at home. This means a solid basic knowledge of telecommuting, and the ability to work unsupervised will be necessary. The ability to use remote security protocols, the cloud, and various software platforms will be required.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Solution Specialists to find work opportunities?
Donna Kukarola: This one, not so sure of, the southeast continues to see options as well as mid-western states.