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Get a Free QuotePiscataway, a diverse Middlesex County suburb home to Rutgers’ Busch and Livingston campuses, offers cost-effective solar with SREC-II income. A typical 8 kW system costs ~$23,440 — with no federal tax credit in 2026.
2026 Reality: The 30% federal tax credit expired for homeowners. All Piscataway solar costs in this guide reflect $0 federal credit. Details
A typical 8 kW solar system in Piscataway costs ~$23,440 before incentives. Piscataway is in PSE&G territory at $0.18/kWh. With SREC-II income of ~$825/yr and full retail net metering, solar pays for itself in ~9 years and saves ~$78,000 over 25 years.
Cost Range
$2.75–$3.1/W
Fully installed
Payback
9 yrs
Cash purchase
SREC-II
$825/yr
Annual income
PSE&G Rate
$0.18
Per kWh
Costs for different system sizes in Piscataway. Spacious suburban roofs allow larger systems with better per-watt pricing.
| System Size | Low Cost | High Cost | SREC-II | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 kW | $16,500 | $18,600 | ~$620/yr | Smaller ranch / cape cod |
| 8 kW | $22,000 | $24,800 | ~$825/yr | Average suburban home |
| 10 kW | $27,500 | $31,000 | ~$1,030/yr | Larger colonial / bi-level |
| 12 kW | $33,000 | $37,200 | ~$1,240/yr | Large home with pool/EV |
New Jersey's SREC-II program pays solar system owners for every MWh generated. Payments last 15 years from system activation.
Annual SREC-II (8 kW)
~$825
Based on ~9.6 MWh/yr production
15-Year SREC-II Total
~$12,375
Guaranteed program income
Annual Production
~9,600 kWh
~4.5 peak sun hours/day
PSE&G credits excess solar at the full retail rate of $0.18/kWh. Credits roll over monthly and true up annually.
~$1,728/yr
Annual electricity savings
Piscataway averages ~$9,500 in property taxes. NJ exempts 100% of solar-added value from property taxes for the system lifetime.
Up to $23,440 of added home value exempt
Lifetime exemption
NJ exempts solar energy systems from the 6.625% state sales tax. Immediate savings at purchase.
~$1,553
Sales tax savings on $23K system
Four ways to pay for solar in Piscataway. PPAs and leases offer $0 down because the system owner (not you) claims the commercial tax credit.
Upfront
~$23,440
Monthly
$0
25-yr Savings
~$78K
Ownership
You own it
Best long-term ROI. Payback ~9.0 years with SREC-II income.
Upfront
$0
Monthly
~$185–240/mo
25-yr Savings
~$50–65K
Ownership
You own it
10–25 year terms. SREC-II income offsets monthly payments.
Upfront
$0
Monthly
Fixed rate ~$0.12–0.16/kWh
25-yr Savings
~$18–28K
Ownership
Third party owns
Third-party owner claims Section 48 ITC. You buy power at a discount.
Upfront
$0
Monthly
~$95–135/mo
25-yr Savings
~$16–24K
Ownership
Third party owns
Fixed monthly payment. No maintenance responsibility.
Section 25D (the 30% residential solar tax credit) expired December 31, 2025. Piscataway homeowners buying cash or loan receive $0 in federal credit. Third-party system owners (PPA/lease) can still claim the commercial Section 48 ITC — which translates to lower PPA rates for you.
Read: What happened to the solar tax creditPiscataway is one of NJ's most diverse suburbs, with a mix of homes from different eras and sizes offering various solar installation options.
Mix of ranches, colonials, and bi-levels with good roof exposure
4.5 peak sun hours per day — solid production
PSE&G territory with $0.18/kWh rate and $900 rebate
Diverse community with options for homeowners and renters alike
Rutgers campus presence drives sustainability awareness
Community solar available for those who cannot install rooftop panels
If you rent or live in a condo in Piscataway, community solar lets you save 10-20% on your PSE&G bill without any rooftop installation. No upfront cost required.
NJ Community Solar GuideSolar panels in Piscataway cost $2.75-3.10 per watt installed in 2026. For a typical 8 kW system, that is approximately $23,440 before state incentives. There is no federal tax credit for homeowners — the 30% Section 25D credit expired December 31, 2025.
Piscataway homeowners benefit from NJ SREC-II income (~$825/yr for an 8 kW system over 15 years), 100% property tax exemption on solar-added value, sales tax exemption (saving ~$1,553), PSE&G net metering at full retail rate, and a $900 PSE&G instant rebate. There is no federal tax credit for homeowners in 2026.
Piscataway and New Brunswick are both in PSE&G territory with similar rates ($0.18/kWh). However, Piscataway homes are typically larger suburban properties with bigger roof areas, allowing for 8-10 kW systems versus New Brunswick's more common 7 kW urban installations. Piscataway's higher property taxes also make the solar exemption more valuable.
An 8 kW system in Piscataway generates approximately $825 per year in SREC-II income at the current rate of $85.00/MWh. Over the 15-year program term, that totals roughly $12,375. This income is in addition to electricity savings and significantly improves solar ROI.
Yes. Piscataway is excellent for solar. The township receives approximately 4.5 peak sun hours per day, has spacious suburban lots with good roof exposure, and benefits from NJ's strong incentive package (SREC-II, tax exemptions, PSE&G net metering). The diverse mix of ranch homes, colonials, and bi-levels provides various installation options.
Solar in Piscataway has a payback period of approximately 9.0 years for a cash purchase. This factors in PSE&G electricity savings at $0.18/kWh, SREC-II income of ~$825/year, and the property/sales tax exemptions. Over 25 years, a typical 8 kW system saves approximately $78,000.
No. The 30% federal solar tax credit (Section 25D) expired for homeowners on December 31, 2025. All cost and savings figures in this guide reflect $0 federal credit. If you finance through a PPA or lease, the third-party system owner may claim the commercial Section 48 ITC, which can result in lower rates for you.
We will assess your specific Piscataway roof, energy usage, and PSE&G rate to show you exactly what solar costs and saves for your home.
Pricing: EnergySage Solar Marketplace (January 2026), NuWatt Energy NJ installations.
Utility rates: PSE&G residential rate schedule, effective January 2026.
SREC-II: NJ Board of Public Utilities, SuSI/ADI program guidelines.
Tax exemptions: NJ Division of Taxation, property tax exemption for renewable energy systems.