Solar panel cost in Syracuse, NY (2026)
A typical Syracuse home needs about a 6.6 kW system (~17 panels), costing roughly $20,460 upfront or $16,460 after state incentives. The 30% federal credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025 (a lease/PPA can still pass it through). At 3.73 peak sun hours and New York's 24.3¢/kWh rate, it pays back in about 9.4 years and saves an estimated $42,928 over 25 years.
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| Annual electricity use | 7,210 kWh |
| Annual solar production | 7,188 kWh |
| Gross system cost | $20,460 |
| Federal tax credit (purchase) | Ended Dec 2025 |
| State / local incentives | – $4,000 |
| 30% via lease/PPA instead | ~$6,138 value |
| CO₂ avoided per year | 2.5 tons (~41 trees) |
Estimates only — not a quote or financial advice. See our methodology.
What makes Syracuse different
Syracuse (population ~144,142) gets 3.73 peak sun hours per day — that's 11% 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 | 3.73 hrs/day |
| Recommended system size | 6.6 kW (~17 panels) |
| Installed price per watt | $3/W |
| Gross system cost | $20,460 |
| Federal tax credit (purchase) | Ended Dec 31, 2025 |
| State / local incentives | – $4,000 |
| Net cash cost | $16,460 |
| 30% credit via lease/PPA | ~$6,138 value |
| Annual energy produced | 7,188 kWh |
| Estimated year-1 savings | $1,747 |
| Payback period | 9.4 years |
| 25-year net savings | $42,928 |
| 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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