Solar Panel Cost in Arizona (2026)
In Arizona, home solar installs for roughly $2.45/watt in 2026. A typical 8 kW system runs about $19,600, with an estimated payback near 9.3 years at the state's ~16¢/kWh electricity rate.
| System size | Est. cost | Est. annual savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 kW | $14,700 | $1,600/yr | 9.3 yrs |
| 8 kW | $19,600 | $2,100/yr | 9.3 yrs |
| 11 kW | $27,000 | $2,900/yr | 9.3 yrs |
Estimates use ~$2.45/watt installed and Arizona's ~16¢/kWh rate. Before any state/local incentives.
Arizona solar notes
Arizona ended traditional net metering in 2017, replacing it with lower 'net billing' export credits, but among the nation's best sun and cheap installs still deliver strong 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 Arizona may offer its own incentives — check locally.
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