Solar Installation Cost in Los Angeles, CA
Solar Installation in Los Angeles, CA costs a median of $12,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $501 and $37,500. Based on 35 permits filed between January 2020 and December 2025 with Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety. Last updated May 16, 2026.
Sourced from 35 building permits on file with the City of Los Angeles. Source: Los Angeles Building Permits.
Types of Solar Installation Work in Los Angeles
| Type | Typical cost | Range | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof Mount | $3,000 | $501 - $80,000 | 22 |
What Most Homeowners Paid
You could save $3,600 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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