Solar in Austin, TX
Austin's tech-forward culture and sun exposure drive fast solar adoption.
Live Market Rate · Austin
13.5¢
per kWh · median 12-month fixed plan
Using estimated rate — live data temporarily unavailable.
Your Solar Estimate — Austin
Based on a $150/month electric bill at today's rate.
System Size
0.6 kW
Gross Cost
$1,342
Lease/PPA Savings
−$403
Net Cost
$939
Payback Period
6.3 yrs
25-Year Savings
$2,811
Estimates use $2.16/W installed cost, 4.9 peak sun hours/day, and today's live Austin market rate. Lease/PPA savings reflect typical installer pass-through on federal incentives. Learn how solar financing works →
Solar Conditions in Austin
Why Solar Makes Sense in Austin
Austin Energy serves much of the city with its own utility, but homeowners in surrounding areas (Cedar Park, Round Rock, Pflugerville) are in Oncor or Pedernales territory with full provider choice. Austin's tech culture and strong environmental awareness have made it one of Texas's fastest-growing solar markets.