Solar Installation Cost in New Orleans, LA
Solar Installation in New Orleans, LA costs a median of $23,097, with the middle 50% of projects between $18,000 and $35,397. Based on 8,563 permits filed between January 2018 and August 2026 with City of New Orleans Department of Safety and Permits. Last recalculated September 1, 2026.
Sourced from 8,563 building permits on file with the City of New Orleans. Source: New Orleans Building Permits.
Types of Solar Installation Work in New Orleans
| Type | Typical cost | Range | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panel Upgrade | $18,000 | $500 - $72,000 | 22 |
| Roof Mount | $23,097 | $100 - $79,950 | 8,389 |
What Most Homeowners Paid
Each bar counts the projects filed in that price range.
| Price range | Projects |
|---|---|
| $8,000 to $13,383 | 1,045 |
| $13,383 to $18,767 | 1,219 |
| $18,767 to $24,150 | 2,058 |
| $24,150 to $29,533 | 1,228 |
| $29,533 to $34,917 | 562 |
| $34,917 to $40,300 | 459 |
| $40,300 to $45,683 | 394 |
| $45,683 to $51,066 | 380 |
| $51,066 to $56,450 | 305 |
| $56,450 to $61,833 | 219 |
You could save $6,929 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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