Solar Panel Costs in Pennsylvania (2026)
Avg cost: $2.95/watt | 3.8 sun hours/day | Fair
Pennsylvania Solar Overview
$2.95/W
Cost Per Watt
3.8 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
2,100 MW
Installed Capacity
Fair
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Pennsylvania costs $21,683 before the federal tax credit and $15,178 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 12.2 years.
Net Metering in Pennsylvania
Available at retail rate for systems under 50 kW
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $6,505 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Pennsylvania State Incentive
PA SREC program (SRECs worth $20-$40 each); property tax exemption through some municipalities
Solar Service Costs in Pennsylvania
| Service | Low | High | PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Installation | $15,750 | $31,500 | $23,625 |
| Commercial Solar Installation | $52,500 | $210,000 | $105,000 |
| Battery Storage Installation | $5,250 | $15,750 | $10,500 |
| Solar Panel Removal | $1,575 | $5,250 | $3,150 |
| Solar Panel Cleaning | $158 | $630 | $315 |
| Inverter Replacement | $1,050 | $3,675 | $2,100 |
| Solar Roof Tiles | $42,000 | $78,750 | $57,750 |
| Solar Water Heater | $3,150 | $7,350 | $5,250 |
Top Solar Installers in Pennsylvania
- Exact Solar
- Trinity Solar
- Sunrun
- Solar Energy World
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.