Solar Panel Costs in Missouri (2026)
Avg cost: $2.85/watt | 4.5 sun hours/day | Good
Missouri Solar Overview
$2.85/W
Cost Per Watt
4.5 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
1,100 MW
Installed Capacity
Good
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Missouri costs $17,955 before the federal tax credit and $12,569 after. With 4.5 peak sun hours per day, the system produces approximately 9,198 kWh annually, saving an estimated $1,472/year. The payback period is approximately 8.5 years.
Net Metering in Missouri
Available at retail rate for systems under 100 kW
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $5,387 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Missouri State Incentive
Property tax exemption for solar; Ameren Missouri SREC program
Solar Service Costs in Missouri
| Service | Low | High | MO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Installation | $13,500 | $27,000 | $20,250 |
| Commercial Solar Installation | $45,000 | $180,000 | $90,000 |
| Battery Storage Installation | $4,500 | $13,500 | $9,000 |
| Solar Panel Removal | $1,350 | $4,500 | $2,700 |
| Solar Panel Cleaning | $135 | $540 | $270 |
| Inverter Replacement | $900 | $3,150 | $1,800 |
| Solar Roof Tiles | $36,000 | $67,500 | $49,500 |
| Solar Water Heater | $2,700 | $6,300 | $4,500 |
Top Solar Installers in Missouri
- StraightUp Solar
- Sun Solar
- Sunrun
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.