Solar Installation Cost in New York, NY
Solar Installation in New York, NY costs a median of $30,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $22,800 and $40,800. Based on 825 permits filed between July 2013 and October 2023 with New York City Department of Buildings. Last updated May 16, 2026.
Sourced from 825 building permits on file with the City of New York. Source: New York Building Permits.
What Most Homeowners Paid
You could save $14,000 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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