Solar Panel Cost in Pennsylvania (2026)
In Pennsylvania, home solar installs for roughly $2.65/watt in 2026. A typical 8 kW system runs about $21,200, with an estimated payback near 10.1 years at the state's ~21¢/kWh electricity rate.
| System size | Est. cost | Est. annual savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 kW | $15,900 | $1,600/yr | 10.1 yrs |
| 8 kW | $21,200 | $2,100/yr | 10.1 yrs |
| 11 kW | $29,200 | $2,900/yr | 10.1 yrs |
Estimates use ~$2.65/watt installed and Pennsylvania's ~21¢/kWh rate. Before any state/local incentives.
Pennsylvania solar notes
Pennsylvania offers full retail net metering and an active (though lower-priced) SREC market, and rising utility rates are steadily improving solar payback.
Heads up: the 30% federal tax credit for purchased home solar ended Dec 31, 2025. Leased/PPA systems may still qualify through 2027, and Pennsylvania may offer its own incentives — check locally.
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