Solar Installation Cost in Detroit, MI

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Solar Installation in Detroit, MI costs a median of $23,666, with the middle 50% of projects between $10,050 and $38,950. Based on 214 permits filed between January 2019 and March 2026 with City of Detroit Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department. Last updated May 16, 2026.

Sourced from 214 building permits on file with the City of Detroit. Source: Detroit Building Permits.

Types of Solar Installation Work in Detroit

TypeTypical costRangeProjects
Ground Mount$7,000
$2,000 - $45,658
18
Roof Mount$18,388
$500 - $58,676
90

What Most Homeowners Paid

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Federal Solar Tax Credit
Typical cost
$23,666
After Federal Credit
$16,566

You could save $7,100 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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Typical cost
$23,666

Half of all projects cost less. Half cost more.

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$500$73,376
214
Projects on file
$10,050
Budget end
$38,950
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