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Solar Panel Cost in Florida (2026)

In Florida, residential electricity averages about 14.5¢/kWh with roughly 5.2 peak sun hours a day. Here's what solar looks like for a typical Florida home using ~10,800 kWh a year.

System size
6.6 kW
~17 panels
Est. gross cost
$19,850
before incentives
Federal tax credit
- $5,955
30% ITC (verify)
Net cost
$13,895
after credit
Year-1 savings
$1,566
Payback
8.9 yrs

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Assumes $3.00/W installed and the 30% federal tax credit. Estimates only.

System size
7.6 kW
~20 panels
Est. gross cost
$22,816
before incentives
Federal tax credit
- $6,845
30% ITC
Net cost
$15,971
after credit
Year-1 savings
$1,800
Payback
8.9 yrs
25-year net savings
$45,394
after system cost, with rate escalation
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Incentives in Florida

The biggest incentive is usually the federal solar tax credit — see ourtax credit guide and confirm the current percentage, since the rules have changed recently. Florida may also offer state or utility incentives, rebates or performance payments; look up current programs in theDSIRE database.

What moves the number in Florida

  • Your utility's rate and net metering — see how net metering works.
  • Roof orientation, shading and sun hours (5.2/day here on average).
  • Installer pricing — always compare several quotes.

Figures are estimates for education, not a quote. Electricity rates and sun hours are approximate state averages. Confirm with local installers.

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