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Solar Thermal Cost in Honolulu, HI in 2026

Most Solar Thermal projects in Honolulu, HI cost between $6,000 and $11,000. The typical price is $8,000.

Solar thermal serves hot water rather than the whole electrical load, so systems are smaller.

Labour and materials in Honolulu run about 33% 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 Honolulu, HI

Quality tierCost per watt
Budget$1.44
Mid-range$1.97
High-end$2.75

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