Solar Installation Cost in San Diego, CA
Solar Installation in San Diego, CA costs a median of $19,440, with the middle 50% of projects between $10,000 and $35,000. Based on 273 permits filed between January 2018 and July 2026 with City of San Diego Development Services Department. Last recalculated July 29, 2026.
Sourced from 273 building permits on file with the City of San Diego. Source: San Diego Building Permits.
Types of Solar Installation Work in San Diego
| Type | Typical cost | Range | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Mount | $20,000 | $5,000 - $66,000 | 21 |
| Roof Mount | $19,600 | $1 - $80,000 | 241 |
What Most Homeowners Paid
Each bar counts the projects filed in that price range.
| Price range | Projects |
|---|---|
| $1 to $6,001 | 59 |
| $6,001 to $12,001 | 32 |
| $12,001 to $18,001 | 39 |
| $18,001 to $24,001 | 35 |
| $24,001 to $30,001 | 26 |
| $30,001 to $36,000 | 17 |
| $36,000 to $42,000 | 5 |
| $42,000 to $48,000 | 17 |
| $48,000 to $54,000 | 16 |
| $54,000 to $60,000 | 14 |
You could save $5,832 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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