Solar by State / Hawaii / Hilo
Here's what a typical home solar system costs in Hilo, Hawaii in 2026 — system size, installed price, incentives, production, savings and payback.
Based on Hawaii pricing and the local solar resource. Actual cost depends on your roof, shading, equipment tier and installer. For a precise figure, run the calculator with your own power bill.
Estimated based on the information above and typical solar assumptions for the area. Actual production, pricing, incentives and savings vary by property, utility, installer and financing terms. This is not a quote.
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One of the largest residential solar and home-battery providers in the U.S. Offers solar leases, power purchase agreements, loans and cash purchases, plus the Sunrun battery (formerly Brightbox) for backup power.
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Options that pair with going solar - financing for a cash purchase, EV charging, and electricity-plan shopping where the market is deregulated.
Based on Hawaii pricing (about $3.50-$5.00/W installed before incentives) and the local sun resource, the panel below shows a typical system size, net cost and payback for a Hilo home. Your number depends on your roof, shading, equipment and installer.
35% state income-tax credit (cap $5,000 per system), on top of the country's highest electricity rates.
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