Solar Installation Cost in Pittsburgh, PA
Solar Installation in Pittsburgh, PA costs a median of $17,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $11,279 and $24,000. Based on 1,616 permits filed between June 2019 and March 2026 with City of Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections. Last recalculated July 29, 2026.
Sourced from 1,616 building permits on file with the City of Pittsburgh. Source: Pittsburgh Building Permits.
Types of Solar Installation Work in Pittsburgh
| Type | Typical cost | Range | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof Mount | $17,000 | $18 - $78,932 | 1,555 |
What Most Homeowners Paid
Each bar counts the projects filed in that price range.
| Price range | Projects |
|---|---|
| $5,541 to $9,072 | 172 |
| $9,072 to $12,603 | 253 |
| $12,603 to $16,134 | 262 |
| $16,134 to $19,666 | 215 |
| $19,666 to $23,197 | 193 |
| $23,197 to $26,728 | 140 |
| $26,728 to $30,259 | 90 |
| $30,259 to $33,790 | 50 |
| $33,790 to $37,321 | 44 |
| $37,321 to $40,852 | 35 |
You could save $5,100 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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