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Sacramento Solar Panels: 2022 Cost and Local Incentives

Written by Michelle Honeyager/

Edited by Jamie Cesanek

Last updated 09/22/2022

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  • The size of the solar system and your local installer’s price both directly affect pricing. The median cost in California for a solar array is $3.87 per watt. A standard 5.7 kW panel would then cost about $21,935 in Sacramento, using California medians. Be sure to shop around with different installers to find the best price.  

  • Solar power can be a great long-term investment. The upfront costs can be intimidating, but you could save thousands on your energy bills after 20 years of using solar in Sacramento.

  • To find solar panels for your Sacramento home, you can fill out this form. SaveOnEnergy can connect you with trusted local solar installers. The installer can then help you explore financing options and understand which array works for your home.    

  • Solar power is an attractive option for Sacramento residents who wish to reduce their household’s carbon footprint because it it does not emit carbon dioxide. It is also renewable because it draws its energy from the sun. Learn more about solar’s impact on the environment through our  solar energy rundown  and solar renewability answer guide resources pages.  

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