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Job outlook for installers in the United States
Installer job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected installer job growth rate is 2% from 2018-2028.
About 20,500 new jobs for installers are projected over the next decade.
Installer salaries have increased 14% for installers in the last 5 years.
There are over 146,354 installers currently employed in the United States.
There are 30,303 active installer job openings in the US.
The average installer salary is $39,799.
Are installer jobs in demand?
Installer job and salary trends over time
Installer jobs over time
Installer job growth rate over time
Year  | # Of Jobs | % Of Population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 146,354 | 0.04% |
| 2020 | 153,186 | 0.05% |
| 2019 | 160,881 | 0.05% |
| 2018 | 157,892 | 0.05% |
| 2017 | 152,467 | 0.05% |
Average installer salary over time
Installer salary by year
| Year | Avg. Salary | Hourly Rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,799 | $19.13 | +2.5% |
| 2024 | $38,843 | $18.67 | +3.7% |
| 2023 | $37,444 | $18.00 | +3.1% |
| 2022 | $36,303 | $17.45 | +3.6% |
| 2021 | $35,041 | $16.85 | +3.6% |
Installer jobs by state
Most common states for installers
| Rank | State | Population | # of Jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi | 2,984,100 | 216 | 7% |
| 2 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 384 | 6% |
| 3 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 478 | 5% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 37 | 5% |
| 5 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 250 | 4% |
| 6 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 235 | 4% |
| 7 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 182 | 4% |
| 8 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 141 | 4% |
| 9 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 132 | 4% |
| 10 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 72 | 4% |
| 11 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 46 | 4% |
| 12 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 345 | 3% |
| 13 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 264 | 3% |
| 14 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 202 | 3% |
| 15 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 196 | 3% |
| 16 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 192 | 3% |
| 17 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 140 | 3% |
| 18 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 114 | 3% |
| 19 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 106 | 3% |
| 20 | Delaware | 961,939 | 31 | 3% |
Most common cities for installers
| Rank | City | # of Jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hagerstown | 8 | 20% | $42,296 |
| 2 | Marlborough | 3 | 8% | $43,469 |
| 3 | Portland | 4 | 6% | $37,337 |
| 4 | Fort Myers | 3 | 4% | $31,567 |
| 5 | Lansing | 3 | 3% | $41,609 |
| 6 | Hartford | 3 | 2% | $44,286 |
| 7 | Kansas City | 3 | 2% | $35,714 |
| 8 | Indianapolis | 5 | 1% | $45,029 |
| 9 | Atlanta | 4 | 1% | $36,703 |
| 10 | Baltimore | 4 | 1% | $42,289 |
| 11 | Pittsburgh | 4 | 1% | $42,129 |
| 12 | Tampa | 4 | 1% | $31,994 |
| 13 | Baton Rouge | 3 | 1% | $34,134 |
| 14 | Phoenix | 8 | 0% | $39,842 |
| 15 | Dallas | 4 | 0% | $35,473 |
| 16 | Jacksonville | 4 | 0% | $32,352 |
| 17 | San Diego | 4 | 0% | $44,285 |
| 18 | Boston | 3 | 0% | $43,373 |
Installer job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of installer experts
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How do you envision technology impacting Installers in the next 5 years?
John T. McGrath Jr.: The majority of technological advances within the construction and flooring industry are focused on employee safety and personal protective equipment. And wearable technology is one of the newest innovations changing the way the floorcovering industry works.
Employees can now be tracked through their smartwatch to make sure vitals are healthy and they aren't over-exerting themselves on the job site. This could help save your life in the event of an emergency. This means that people who are interested in a floorcovering industry career can expect to incorporate technology that improves safety, giving you peace of mind in your day-to-day work.