Solar panel cost in Greenburgh, NY (2026)
A typical Greenburgh home needs about a 6 kW system (~15 panels), costing roughly $18,600 upfront or $14,600 after state incentives. The 30% federal credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025 (a lease/PPA can still pass it through). At 4.09 peak sun hours and New York's 24.3¢/kWh rate, it pays back in about 8.4 years and saves an estimated $44,584 over 25 years.
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| Annual electricity use | 7,210 kWh |
| Annual solar production | 7,166 kWh |
| Gross system cost | $18,600 |
| Federal tax credit (purchase) | Ended Dec 2025 |
| State / local incentives | – $4,000 |
| 30% via lease/PPA instead | ~$5,580 value |
| CO₂ avoided per year | 2.5 tons (~41 trees) |
Estimates only — not a quote or financial advice. See our methodology.
What makes Greenburgh different
Greenburgh (population ~86,764) gets 4.09 peak sun hours per day — that's 3% less sunny than the New York average of 4.2. Slightly less local sunlight means panels produce a touch less than the state average, so sizing and orientation matter. Electricity rates, net metering, and incentives are set at the New York level: residents pay about 24.3¢/kWh, and ny-sun rebate + 25% state tax credit up to $5,000.
| City peak sun hours | 4.09 hrs/day |
| Recommended system size | 6 kW (~15 panels) |
| Installed price per watt | $3/W |
| Gross system cost | $18,600 |
| Federal tax credit (purchase) | Ended Dec 31, 2025 |
| State / local incentives | – $4,000 |
| Net cash cost | $14,600 |
| 30% credit via lease/PPA | ~$5,580 value |
| Annual energy produced | 7,166 kWh |
| Estimated year-1 savings | $1,741 |
| Payback period | 8.4 years |
| 25-year net savings | $44,584 |
| CO₂ avoided per year | 2.5 tons (~41 trees) |
Compare with the New York state average (5.9 kW, $14,290 net, 8.2-yr payback). Modeled estimates, June 2026 — not a quote. See methodology.
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