Solar Installation Cost in Providence, RI

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Solar Installation in Providence, RI costs a median of $4,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $2,000 and $14,552. Based on 105 permits filed between January 2017 and October 2019 with City of Providence Department of Inspection and Standards. Last updated May 16, 2026.

Sourced from 105 building permits on file with the City of Providence. Source: Providence Building Permits.

Types of Solar Installation Work in Providence

TypeTypical costRangeProjects
Roof Mount$3,000
$500 - $50,000
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Federal Solar Tax Credit
Typical cost
$4,000
After Federal Credit
$2,800

You could save $1,200 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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Typical cost
$4,000

Half of all projects cost less. Half cost more.

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$500$50,000
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Projects on file
$2,000
Budget end
$14,552
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