Solar Installation Cost in New York, NY
Solar Installation in New York, NY costs a median of $31,154, with the middle 50% of projects between $22,846 and $41,600. Based on 34,294 permits filed between January 2018 and July 2026 with New York City Department of Buildings. Last recalculated September 6, 2026.
Sourced from 34,294 building permits on file with the City of New York. Source: New York Building Permits.
What Most Homeowners Paid
Each bar counts the projects filed in that price range.
| Price range | Projects |
|---|---|
| $14,400 to $19,040 | 3,411 |
| $19,040 to $23,680 | 4,169 |
| $23,680 to $28,320 | 4,892 |
| $28,320 to $32,960 | 4,686 |
| $32,960 to $37,600 | 3,927 |
| $37,600 to $42,240 | 3,413 |
| $42,240 to $46,880 | 2,404 |
| $46,880 to $51,520 | 1,798 |
| $51,520 to $56,160 | 1,259 |
| $56,160 to $60,800 | 945 |
You could save $14,346 on a typical solar PV system in this market by claiming all available federal and state incentives on your tax return.
- Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)30%
- New York Solar Energy System Equipment Credit25% (max $5,000)
- 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, New York Solar Energy System Equipment Credit.
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