New York Solar Incentives & Tax Credits (2026)
Updated 2026-07-07 · MySunROI Research
New York homeowners can stack the 30% federal Investment Tax Credit with state and utility programs. A typical 6 kW system in New York costs $20,620 before incentives and about $14,430 after the federal credit.
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Federal solar tax credit in 2026
The residential ITC remains 30% through 2032 for systems you own (purchase or loan). On a $20,620 install in New York, that is roughly $6,186 in tax credit value.
Leases and PPAs do not qualify — the installer keeps incentives. See our full ITC guide for claiming steps.
New York state & local incentives
NY-Sun Megawatt Block incentives vary by region. NYSERDA also supports low-interest financing. Stack with 30% federal ITC where eligible.
- Upstate NY often 15–25% cheaper than NYC metro
- Check current NY-Sun block availability
- Community solar may suit NYC renters
Property tax & sales tax exemptions
Many states exempt solar equipment from property tax increases. New York State averages above US install cost but $0.22+/kWh rates in downstate utilities shorten payback.
Verify current programs at dsireusa.org and your utility before signing — New York rules change.
New York quick stats
- 6 kW after ITC
- $14,430
- Payback
- 8.5 years
- Electric rate
- 22.8¢/kWh
- Annual savings
- $1,700
Frequently Asked Questions
Does New York have a state solar tax credit?
NY-Sun Megawatt Block incentives vary by region. NYSERDA also supports low-interest financing. Stack with 30% federal ITC where eligible.…
Can I combine federal and state incentives?
Yes — federal ITC stacks with most state rebates and utility incentives when you own the system.
Do batteries qualify?
Paired storage typically qualifies for the 30% ITC when charged by solar. See our battery cost guide.
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How We Calculate Solar Costs
MySunROI estimates combine NREL residential PV installed-price benchmarks, EIA state electricity rates, and regional labor modifiers — updated 2026-07-07.
Estimates only — not tax or financial advice. Estimates based on NREL PV cost benchmarks, EIA electricity rates, and 2026 installer pricing surveys.