Solar Energy Cost in Waukegan, IL in 2026
Most Solar Energy projects in Waukegan, IL cost between $19,000 and $36,000. The typical price is $26,000.
Labour and materials in Waukegan run about 14% 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 Waukegan, IL
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.38 |
| Mid-range | $3.25 |
| High-end | $4.55 |
Solar panel installers in Waukegan, IL
Businesses listed on Google near Waukegan, IL. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Tron Solar
4.8(1,067 reviews)
50 Lakeview Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
SunPower®
4.0(457 reviews)
200 N Fairway Dr Ste 180, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Ilumen Solar
5.0(84 reviews)
4 N Hillview Dr C, Lake Barrington, IL 60010
Ferrer Electric
5.0(57 reviews)
10174 W Mawman Ave, Beach Park, IL 60087
YourSolarHelp
5.0(8 reviews)
6615 Grand Ave #1104, Gurnee, IL 60031
Tesla Solar
4.5(8 reviews)
1121 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048