Solar Panel Costs in Alabama (2026)
Avg cost: $2.85/watt | 4.7 sun hours/day | Good
Alabama Solar Overview
$2.85/W
Cost Per Watt
4.7 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
1,850 MW
Installed Capacity
Good
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Alabama costs $18,354 before the federal tax credit and $12,848 after. With 4.7 peak sun hours per day, the system produces approximately 9,607 kWh annually, saving an estimated $1,537/year. The payback period is approximately 8.4 years.
Net Metering in Alabama
Limited - varies by utility
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $5,506 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Alabama State Incentive
AlabamaSAVES loan program for energy improvements
Solar Service Costs in Alabama
| Service | Low | High | AL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Installation | $13,800 | $27,600 | $20,700 |
| Commercial Solar Installation | $46,000 | $184,000 | $92,000 |
| Battery Storage Installation | $4,600 | $13,800 | $9,200 |
| Solar Panel Removal | $1,380 | $4,600 | $2,760 |
| Solar Panel Cleaning | $138 | $552 | $276 |
| Inverter Replacement | $920 | $3,220 | $1,840 |
| Solar Roof Tiles | $36,800 | $69,000 | $50,600 |
| Solar Water Heater | $2,760 | $6,440 | $4,600 |
Top Solar Installers in Alabama
- Southern Current
- Harvest Solar
- Energy Service Partners
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.