Solar Panel Cost in Florida (2026)
In Florida, home solar installs for roughly $2.50/watt in 2026. A typical 8 kW system runs about $20,000, with an estimated payback near 11.5 years at the state's ~15¢/kWh electricity rate.
| System size | Est. cost | Est. annual savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 kW | $15,000 | $1,300/yr | 11.5 yrs |
| 8 kW | $20,000 | $1,700/yr | 11.5 yrs |
| 11 kW | $27,500 | $2,400/yr | 11.5 yrs |
Estimates use ~$2.50/watt installed and Florida's ~15¢/kWh rate. Before any state/local incentives.
Florida solar notes
Florida preserved full retail net metering after Gov. DeSantis vetoed a 2022 rollback bill; abundant sun plus low install costs offset relatively modest electricity rates.
Heads up: the 30% federal tax credit for purchased home solar ended Dec 31, 2025. Leased/PPA systems may still qualify through 2027, and Florida may offer its own incentives — check locally.
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