Elevator Installer
Elevator & Escalator Installers & Repairers
SOC 47-4021
How Much Does an Elevator Installer Make?
The national median salary for an Elevator Installer is $106,580 per year ($51.24/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's 63% above the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become an Elevator Installer
State license required in most states; CET certification valued
Elevator Installer Job Outlook
Faster than avg — the BLS projects 5% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 2,000 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Building construction; modernization of existing elevators
What It's Like to Work as an Elevator Installer
This role involves significant physical labor.
This role typically requires in-person work at a specific location.
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Career data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024-34 projections (released August 2025). Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2024.
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