Solar Panel Costs in Michigan (2026)
Avg cost: $3.10/watt | 3.5 sun hours/day | Fair
Michigan Solar Overview
$3.10/W
Cost Per Watt
3.5 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
980 MW
Installed Capacity
Fair
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Michigan costs $20,615 before the federal tax credit and $14,430 after. With 3.5 peak sun hours per day, the system produces approximately 7,154 kWh annually, saving an estimated $1,145/year. The payback period is approximately 12.6 years.
Net Metering in Michigan
Distributed generation program with inflow/outflow billing
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $6,185 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Michigan State Incentive
No state tax credit; various utility rebate programs
Solar Service Costs in Michigan
| Service | Low | High | MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Installation | $14,250 | $28,500 | $21,375 |
| Commercial Solar Installation | $47,500 | $190,000 | $95,000 |
| Battery Storage Installation | $4,750 | $14,250 | $9,500 |
| Solar Panel Removal | $1,425 | $4,750 | $2,850 |
| Solar Panel Cleaning | $143 | $570 | $285 |
| Inverter Replacement | $950 | $3,325 | $1,900 |
| Solar Roof Tiles | $38,000 | $71,250 | $52,250 |
| Solar Water Heater | $2,850 | $6,650 | $4,750 |
Top Solar Installers in Michigan
- Michigan Solar Solutions
- Baker Electric Solar
- Sunrun
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.