Solar Panel Cost in Virginia (2026)
In Virginia, home solar installs for roughly $2.65/watt in 2026. A typical 8 kW system runs about $21,200, with an estimated payback near 11.5 years at the state's ~17¢/kWh electricity rate.
| System size | Est. cost | Est. annual savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 kW | $15,900 | $1,400/yr | 11.5 yrs |
| 8 kW | $21,200 | $1,800/yr | 11.5 yrs |
| 11 kW | $29,200 | $2,500/yr | 11.5 yrs |
Estimates use ~$2.65/watt installed and Virginia's ~17¢/kWh rate. Before any state/local incentives.
Virginia solar notes
Virginia expanded net metering and an SREC market under the Clean Economy Act, and Dominion territory offers among the better solar economics in the Southeast.
Heads up: the 30% federal tax credit for purchased home solar ended Dec 31, 2025. Leased/PPA systems may still qualify through 2027, and Virginia may offer its own incentives — check locally.
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