Solar Panel Costs in Texas (2026)
Avg cost: $2.65/watt | 5.5 sun hours/day | Very Good
Texas Solar Overview
$2.65/W
Cost Per Watt
5.5 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
22,000 MW
Installed Capacity
Very Good
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Texas costs $17,623 before the federal tax credit and $12,336 after. With 5.5 peak sun hours per day, the system produces approximately 11,242 kWh annually, saving an estimated $1,799/year. The payback period is approximately 6.9 years.
Net Metering in Texas
No statewide policy; some utilities offer buyback programs
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $5,287 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Texas State Incentive
Property tax exemption for solar; Austin Energy and CPS Energy local rebates; no state income tax
Solar Service Costs in Texas
| Service | Low | High | TX 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 Texas
- Freedom Solar
- Tesla Energy
- Sunrun
- Green Mountain Solar
- Longhorn Solar
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.