Solar Panels Cost in Arizona
Updated for 2025 • Climate Zone 2B • Labor costs 5% below national average
Low
$2,375
Average
$3,040
High
$3,800
per unit • 5% below national average
Solar Panels in Arizona: What You Need to Know
Arizona falls in Climate Zone 2B (Hot-Dry), which excellent solar resource - among the best in the country. Understanding these local factors helps you make better decisions about materials and timing.
Peak Solar
6.0-7.0 peak sun hours daily. Best solar resource in continental US.
Heat Derating
Panel efficiency drops in extreme heat. Premium panels handle heat better.
Fast Payback
High electricity bills + excellent sun = fast ROI (often 5-7 years).
✓ Recommended for Arizona
- • Premium Panels (heat tolerance)
- • Microinverters
- • Battery for TOU Rates
✗ Not Recommended
- • Budget Panels
- • Undersizing for AC Load
Best time for this project in Arizona: September - May
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Low
$19,000
Average
$24,320
High
$30,400
Near national average
Standard material
Estimates are for planning purposes. Actual costs vary by project specifics, contractor, and market conditions.