Solar Tax Credits by State
2026 Complete Guide
Compare solar tax credits, rebates, property tax exemptions, and incentive programs across the top 10 solar states. Find your state and discover exactly what you qualify for.
Federal ITC Update: The 30% homeowner solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired Dec 31, 2025. If you installed by that date, file by April 15, 2026 to claim it. Third-party lease/PPA arrangements still offer access through 2027.
Top 10 Solar States
Click your state for a complete breakdown of credits, exemptions & deadlines
California
CA Solar Tax Credits
Complete guide to every federal and state tax benefit, rebate, and exemption available to California solar homeowners in 2026.
Texas
TX Solar Tax Credits
Everything Texas solar homeowners need to know about federal credits, property and sales tax exemptions, and local utility rebates in 2026.
Florida
FL Solar Tax Credits
Florida homeowners benefit from strong net metering, full tax exemptions, and some of the best solar economics in the nation.
Arizona
AZ Solar Tax Credits
Arizona is one of the few states with a direct state solar tax credit — plus property and sales tax exemptions and utility rebates.
North Carolina
NC Solar Tax Credits
Duke Energy's $9,000 PowerPair rebate makes North Carolina one of the best states for solar + battery installations in 2026.
New Jersey
NJ Solar Tax Credits
With SREC-II income of $85/MWh guaranteed for 15 years, New Jersey offers some of the best ongoing solar incentives in the nation.
New York
NY Solar Tax Credits
New York offers one of the most generous state solar tax credits in the nation — 25% up to $5,000 — plus NYSERDA rebates and full tax exemptions.
Massachusetts
MA Solar Tax Credits
Massachusetts offers a state tax credit, SMART 3.0 battery incentives, Connected Solutions rebates, and 20-year property tax protection.
Nevada
NV Solar Tax Credits
Nevada offers strong solar economics with net metering at 75% retail rate guaranteed for 20 years and solar access protections.
Colorado
CO Solar Tax Credits
Colorado's rare double battery incentive — state tax credit plus Xcel rebate — makes 2026 the ideal year to add storage.
Quick Comparison: State Solar Tax Benefits
See at a glance which states offer the best solar tax credits and exemptions
| State | State Tax Credit | Property Tax | Sales Tax | Top Program | Total Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌴California | None | — | SGIP Battery Rebate (Equity) ($850–$1,000/kWh) | $8,000–$15,000+ | |
| 🤠Texas | None | Austin Energy Solar Rebate (Up to $2,500) | $3,500–$7,000+ | ||
| 🏖️Florida | None | Full Retail Net Metering (Retail rate credits) | $4,000–$8,000+ | ||
| 🌵Arizona | 25% up to $1,000 | Utility Rebate Programs (Varies by utility) | $3,000–$6,500+ | ||
| 🌲North Carolina | None | — | Duke Energy PowerPair Rebate (Up to $9,000) | $10,000–$15,000+ | |
| 🏛️New Jersey | None | SREC-II / SuSI Program ($85/MWh for 15 years) | $10,000–$20,000+ | ||
| 🗽New York | 25% up to $5,000 | NY-Sun (NYSERDA) Rebate ($0.20/watt upfront) | $7,000–$12,000+ | ||
| 📚Massachusetts | 15% up to $1,000 | SMART 3.0 Battery Incentive (Meaningful ongoing incentive) | $5,000–$10,000+ | ||
| 🎰Nevada | None | — | — | NV Energy Net Metering (Tier 4) (75% of retail rate for 20 years) | $3,000–$6,000+ |
| 🏔️Colorado | 10% of battery cost | Xcel Energy Solar*Rewards ($1/watt (up to $5,000)) | $8,000–$16,000+ |
Solar Tax Credit Guides & Resources
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