Solar Energy Cost in Hilo, HI in 2026
Most Solar Energy projects in Hilo, HI cost between $20,000 and $39,000. The typical price is $28,000.
Labour and materials in Hilo run about 28% above the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- Panel efficiency and inverter type
- Roof complexity and mounting hardware
- Main panel upgrade if the busbar cannot take the backfeed
- Battery storage, which is priced separately
Usually included
- Panels, inverters and racking
- Design, permitting and interconnection
- Installation and commissioning
Usually extra
- Battery storage
- Roof repair or replacement before install
- Utility interconnection fees in some territories
Unit prices in Hilo, HI
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.56 |
| Mid-range | $3.49 |
| High-end | $4.88 |
Solar panel installers in Hilo, HI
Businesses listed on Google near Hilo, HI. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Hawaii Solar Connection
5.0(116 reviews)
15-1947 32nd Ave, Pāhoa, HI 96778
ProVision Solar
4.9(90 reviews)
69 Railroad Ave Ste A-7, Hilo, HI 96720
BlueSky Energy Hawaii
5.0(32 reviews)
16-711 Milo St Unit B, Keaau, HI 96749
Solar Saint
5.0(17 reviews)
564 Hinano St #814, Hilo, HI 96720
Ultimate Off-Grid Solar Hawaii
4.1(28 reviews)
48 Wiwoole St, Hilo, HI 96720
Rising Sun Solar
3.9(22 reviews)
875 Kanoelehua Ave B1, Hilo, HI 96720