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Based on 51,133 real quotes from homeowners, the median residential solar panel cost is $2.91 per watt before incentives. Half of all homeowners pay between $2.52 and $3.39 per watt (25th–75th percentile). For a typical 6.9 kW system, that works out to $13,849–$29,607 before incentives. The most-quoted states are CA, NY, AZ, TX, NM.
Across 51,133 verified residential quotes, the median price is $2.91/W and the average is $2.96/W. The most competitive 25% of quotes come in at $2.52/W or less. Solar-only systems (no battery) average $3.10/W, while solar-plus-battery systems average $2.88/W. Always compare equipment quality and warranty terms alongside price — the cheapest quote isn't always the best value. If you already have a quote, click "Evaluate My Solar Quote" on our AI Agent page — it generates a professional-grade 10+ page analysis covering pricing, equipment, financing, and every detail of your specific deal.
The median total solar installation cost is $20,269 before incentives, based on 51,133 real quotes. The middle 50% of homeowners pay between $13,849 and $29,607. The median system size is 6.9 kW. Popular panel brands in our dataset include Qcells North America, JA Solar, REC Group. About 61% of quotes include battery storage.
The biggest factor is the installer themselves. Across 658 companies in our database (each with 10+ quotes), the middle 50% of company averages range from $2.74/W to $3.28/W — a $0.54/W spread for the same type of job. Differences come from sales commissions, company overhead, in-house vs. subcontracted crews, and some reps inflating quotes expecting you to negotiate down.
Adding battery storage raises the average by $-0.23/W. Location also plays a role — labor rates, permit fees, and local incentives vary by state. Getting 3+ quotes is the single best way to avoid overpaying.
Compare them side-by-side on our board with 625,974 real quotes across 6,747 zip codes. Already have a quote? Click "Evaluate My Solar Quote" on our AI Agent page — it generates a professional-grade 10+ page analysis covering pricing, equipment, financing, and every detail of your deal.