Solar Thermal Cost in Bakersfield, CA in 2026
Most Solar Thermal projects in Bakersfield, CA cost between $5,500 and $11,000. The typical price is $7,500.
Solar thermal serves hot water rather than the whole electrical load, so systems are smaller.
Labour and materials in Bakersfield run about 29% 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 Bakersfield, CA
| Quality tier | Cost per watt |
|---|---|
| Budget | $1.42 |
| Mid-range | $1.93 |
| High-end | $2.70 |
Solar panel installers in Bakersfield, CA
Businesses listed on Google near Bakersfield, CA. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Renew Power
4.9(526 reviews)
3401 Chester Ave Ste G, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Sun Solar Energy Solutions
4.4(215 reviews)
12625 Jomani Dr Ste 101, Bakersfield, CA 93312
SXC Construction
5.0(109 reviews)
4900 California Ave Ste 305A, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Next Phase Electric
4.8(125 reviews)
5409 Aldrin Ct, Bakersfield, CA 93313
Discount Solar Solutions
4.7(79 reviews)
6403 7 Seas Ave Ste 2, Bakersfield, CA 93308
Green Energy Services
5.0(35 reviews)
5640 District Blvd #104, Bakersfield, CA 93313