Solar Electrical Cost in Oakland, CA in 2026
Most Solar Electrical projects in Oakland, CA cost between $20,000 and $39,000. The typical price is $28,000.
Labour and materials in Oakland run about 27% 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 Oakland, CA
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.54 |
| Mid-range | $3.47 |
| High-end | $4.85 |
Solar panel installers in Oakland, CA
Businesses listed on Google near Oakland, CA. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Semper Solaris
4.6(549 reviews)
2505 Amaral Ct, Hayward, CA 94544
SolarSesame
4.9(136 reviews)
23785 Cabot Blvd #322, Hayward, CA 94545
Sun Light & Power Solar
4.8(75 reviews)
1035 Folger Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710
Save a Lot Solar
4.8(46 reviews)
1201 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94706
GRID Alternatives.
4.8(23 reviews)
1171 Ocean Ave UNIT 200, Oakland, CA 94608
A1 Sun Inc.
4.6(11 reviews)
675 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94710