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Solar Panel Cost in Ohio (2026)

In Ohio, residential electricity averages about 15.5¢/kWh with roughly 4 peak sun hours a day. Here's what solar looks like for a typical Ohio home using ~10,800 kWh a year.

System size
8.6 kW
~22 panels
Est. gross cost
$25,804
before incentives
Federal tax credit
- $7,741
30% ITC (verify)
Net cost
$18,063
after credit
Year-1 savings
$1,674
Payback
10.8 yrs

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

System size
9.2 kW
~24 panels
Est. gross cost
$27,747
before incentives
Federal tax credit
- $8,324
30% ITC
Net cost
$19,423
after credit
Year-1 savings
$1,800
Payback
10.8 yrs
25-year net savings
$41,942
after system cost, with rate escalation
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Incentives in Ohio

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. Ohio may also offer state or utility incentives, rebates or performance payments; look up current programs in theDSIRE database.

What moves the number in Ohio

  • Your utility's rate and net metering — see how net metering works.
  • Roof orientation, shading and sun hours (4/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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