Solar Tax Credits, Incentives and Solar Rebates in the United States

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Latest Update: December 2018

There are more than 1,600 programs designed to stimulate the adoption of solar power in the United States. These financial incentives and regulatory programs can significantly improve the financial feasibility of installing solar panels.

Click on the map below to learn more about the available programs in your state.

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Summary Data for Alabama

State Capital Montgomery
Solar Value Index $710
Solar Energy Produced 7222 kWh / year
Average retail electricity price (2017 data) 9.83 cents / kWh
Average annual consumption per household (2015 data) 14619 kWh
Levelized Cost of Solar Electricity 9.14 cents / kWh
Reached grid parity? Yes

The Yellowhammer State has a rich history and plenty of sunshine.Unfortunately, most of the solar potential goes unused. Alabama mostly runs on coal, natural gas and nuclear energy. The only renewable energy sources that make a dent are hydroelectric power and biomass.