Solar Panels in Austin, TX
Guide to solar panels in Austin, Texas. Local costs, Austin Energy rebates, installation companies, and savings estimates for Austin homeowners.
$25,000
Avg. System Cost
5.6 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
Austin Energy
Local Utility
Local Incentives
- Austin Energy Solar Rebate: $2,500
Going Solar in Austin, TX#
Austin is one of the best cities in Texas for solar energy. With 5.6 peak sun hours per day and generous Austin Energy incentives, homeowners can see significant savings by going solar.
Austin Solar Costs#
- Average system cost: $25,000 (8 kW system)
- After Austin Energy rebate: $22,500
- After federal ITC (30%): $15,750
- Average monthly savings: $120-$180
Austin Energy Solar Rebate#
Austin Energy offers a $2,500 rebate for residential solar installations. This is in addition to the 30% federal tax credit, making Austin one of the most affordable places to go solar in Texas.
Local Utility: Austin Energy#
Austin Energy offers a Value of Solar (VOS) rate for solar customers. This rate compensates you for the solar energy you produce based on the value it provides to the grid.
Top Austin Solar Installers#
Austin has a competitive solar installation market with numerous experienced local companies. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare pricing and services.
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