Solar Panel Costs in Arizona (2026)
Avg cost: $2.55/watt | 6.5 sun hours/day | Excellent
Arizona Solar Overview
$2.55/W
Cost Per Watt
6.5 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
7,200 MW
Installed Capacity
Excellent
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Arizona costs $17,315 before the federal tax credit and $12,121 after. With 6.5 peak sun hours per day, the system produces approximately 13,286 kWh annually, saving an estimated $2,126/year. The payback period is approximately 5.7 years.
Net Metering in Arizona
Available but credits vary - APS offers export rate at wholesale
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $5,195 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Arizona State Incentive
Property tax exemption for solar equipment; no state income tax credit
Solar Service Costs in Arizona
| Service | Low | High | AZ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Installation | $14,550 | $29,100 | $21,825 |
| Commercial Solar Installation | $48,500 | $194,000 | $97,000 |
| Battery Storage Installation | $4,850 | $14,550 | $9,700 |
| Solar Panel Removal | $1,455 | $4,850 | $2,910 |
| Solar Panel Cleaning | $146 | $582 | $291 |
| Inverter Replacement | $970 | $3,395 | $1,940 |
| Solar Roof Tiles | $38,800 | $72,750 | $53,350 |
| Solar Water Heater | $2,910 | $6,790 | $4,850 |
Top Solar Installers in Arizona
- SunPower by Freedom Solar
- Tesla Energy
- Elevation Solar
- Harmon Solar
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.