Solar Panel Costs in Virginia (2026)
Avg cost: $2.85/watt | 4.5 sun hours/day | Good
Virginia Solar Overview
$2.85/W
Cost Per Watt
4.5 hrs
Peak Sun Hours
4,800 MW
Installed Capacity
Good
Solar Rating
A typical 7 kW residential system in Virginia costs $20,948 before the federal tax credit and $14,664 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 10 years.
Net Metering in Virginia
Available at retail rate for systems under 25 kW
State Incentives & Tax Credits
Federal ITC (30%)
Save $6,284 on a 7 kW system. Available through 2032.
Virginia State Incentive
Property tax exemption; Dominion Energy and Appalachian Power rebate programs
Solar Service Costs in Virginia
| Service | Low | High | VA 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 Virginia
- Ipsun Solar
- Solar Energy World
- Sunrun
- Sigora Solar
Always verify NABCEP certification, state licensing, insurance, and customer reviews. Get at least 3 written quotes.