About This Tool
This calculator uses real pricing data collected by Price-Quotes Research Lab across 150+ US cities. The default values reflect current 2026 market conditions -- not estimates from last year.
All calculations run locally in your browser. We don't store your inputs or require any personal information.
How We Built It
Every number comes from our research pipeline -- verified provider quotes, consumer surveys, and publicly available market data. Updated monthly.
- Default values based on national averages from our pricing database
- Tariff impact reflects combined duties on Southeast Asian solar imports (35-55%)
- Federal 30% tax credit expired Dec 31, 2025 -- calculator reflects post-credit pricing
- Lease/PPA option accounts for installer-claimed credits passed to consumer
Related Research
Read the full analysis: The $8,000 Solar Trap: What Homeowners Actually Pay in 2026 After Tariff Earthquake
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