Solar panel cost in 2026
A typical 6–10 kW residential solar system costs $15,000–$30,000 installed before the 30% federal tax credit, which drops net cost to $10,500–$21,000.
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$15,000–$30,000
Typical rooftop system in 2026, before applicable rebates and tax credits.
- $10,000–$18,000
Small (4–6 kW)
Apartments, small homes.
- $15,000–$30,000
Standard (6–10 kW)
Most common.
- $25,000–$45,000
Large (10–15 kW)
Big homes or EV charging.
- +$9,000–$18,000
+ Battery backup
Powerwall-class storage.
Cost factors
System size (kW)
Sized to your annual kWh use; larger homes need more capacity.
Panel & inverter tier
Premium panels (Maxeon, REC) cost more but warranty longer.
Battery storage
Adds $9,000–$18,000 for 10–20 kWh of usable capacity.
Roof complexity
Multiple planes, shading, or reroof needs add cost.
Incentives
Federal 30% ITC, plus state SRECs, net metering, and utility rebates.
By state
Labor, permitting, and material costs vary by state. These ranges scale the national average to your region.
| State | Typical range | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $20,300–$40,500 | Solar in California → |
| Florida | $15,600–$31,200 | Solar in Florida → |
| Illinois | $15,900–$31,800 | Solar in Illinois → |
| New York | $19,200–$38,400 | Solar in New York → |
| Texas | $15,000–$30,000 | Solar in Texas → |
| Washington | $17,300–$34,500 | Solar in Washington → |
Solar panel cost in 2026
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