Elevator Installer Salary in 2026
Install, repair, and maintain elevators, escalators, and other lifting mechanisms.
Median Salary
$92,000
$7,667/mo
Entry Level
$58,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$118,000
experienced
Job Growth
+7%
10-yr outlook
Elevator Installer Overview
Install, repair, and maintain elevators, escalators, and other lifting mechanisms.
Education
Apprenticeship
Experience
4-5 years
Industry
Trades
Total Jobs (US)
30K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Trades
Hourly Rate
$44.23/hr
Monthly Pay
$7,667
Elevator Installer Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Elevator Installer Salary
$98,000
$8,167/month · $3,769/biweekly · $47.12/hr
Elevator Installer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Elevator Installer field.
Entry-level Elevator Installers earn around $58,000, while the top 10% earn $128,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Elevator Installers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $109,000 | +$17,000 |
| New York | $106,000 | +$14,000 |
| Massachusetts | $103,000 | +$11,000 |
| New Jersey | $101,000 | +$9,000 |
| Illinois | $96,000 | +$4,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Elevator Installers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $109,000 | +$17,000 |
| Los Angeles | $103,000 | +$11,000 |
| Boston | $103,000 | +$11,000 |
| Newark | $99,000 | +$7,000 |
| Chicago | $97,000 | +$5,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Elevator Installer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Elevator Installer from entry level to expert.
$58,000
0-2 years
$88,000
3-7 years
$118,000
8-14 years
$138,000
15+ years
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