Solar Panel Costs in Ohio (2026)
Avg cost: $2.95/watt | 3.8 sun hours/day | Fair
Ohio Solar Overview
$2.95/W
Cost Per Watt
3.8 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
1,500 MW
Installed Capacity
Fair
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Ohio costs $19,205 before the federal tax credit and $13,444 after. With 3.8 peak sun hours per day, the system produces approximately 7,767 kWh annually, saving an estimated $1,243/year. The payback period is approximately 10.8 years.
Net Metering in Ohio
Available at retail rate for investor-owned utilities
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $5,762 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Ohio State Incentive
Ohio SREC program; property tax exemption for solar
Solar Service Costs in Ohio
| Service | Low | High | OH Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Installation | $13,950 | $27,900 | $20,925 |
| Commercial Solar Installation | $46,500 | $186,000 | $93,000 |
| Battery Storage Installation | $4,650 | $13,950 | $9,300 |
| Solar Panel Removal | $1,395 | $4,650 | $2,790 |
| Solar Panel Cleaning | $140 | $558 | $279 |
| Inverter Replacement | $930 | $3,255 | $1,860 |
| Solar Roof Tiles | $37,200 | $69,750 | $51,150 |
| Solar Water Heater | $2,790 | $6,510 | $4,650 |
Top Solar Installers in Ohio
- Third Sun Solar
- Ecohouse Solar
- Sunrun
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.