Solar Installation Cost in Austin, TX
Solar Installation in Austin, TX costs a median of $18,984, with the middle 50% of projects between $14,421 and $30,000. Based on 45 permits filed between May 2018 and April 2022 with City of Austin Development Services Department. Last recalculated August 21, 2026.
Sourced from 45 building permits on file with the City of Austin. Source: Austin Building Permits.
What Most Homeowners Paid
Each bar counts the projects filed in that price range.
| Price range | Projects |
|---|---|
| $3,100 to $5,790 | 2 |
| $8,480 to $11,170 | 3 |
| $11,170 to $13,860 | 3 |
| $13,860 to $16,550 | 4 |
| $16,550 to $19,240 | 8 |
| $19,240 to $21,930 | 5 |
| $24,620 to $27,310 | 2 |
| $27,310 to $30,000 | 13 |
You could save $5,695 on a typical solar PV system in this market by claiming the federal Investment Tax Credit on your tax return.
- Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)30%
- Federal credit applies to systems placed in service through .
Net cost is the median permit value minus the credits above, with each percent credit capped at its statutory maximum. Credits are nonrefundable and require sufficient tax liability to claim. Utility-level rebates are not included. Sources: IRS Form 5695.
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