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New Jersey solar panels cost $2.85-$3.05 per watt in 2026. With the ADI program paying $85.00/MWh for 15 years, strong net metering, and full sales/property tax exemptions, NJ remains one of the best states for solar — even without the expired federal tax credit.
Three equipment tiers to match your budget and goals. All panels include 25-year warranties and Enphase IQ8 microinverters.
Entry Tier
Budget-conscious homeowners who want reliable performance at the lowest cost.
FEOC Tier
Propel lease customers (FEOC-qualified, required for third-party ownership financing).
Premium Tier
Maximum production per panel. Ideal for smaller roofs or homeowners wanting the best technology.
The federal 25D residential tax credit is $0 in 2026. New Jersey state incentives make solar financially compelling on their own.
Guaranteed performance-based income. A 10 kW system earns ~$860/year..
Credits at $0.24-$0.26/kWh across PSE&G, JCP&L, and ACE. Excess rolls forward monthly.
Solar equipment and labor are 100% exempt from NJ's 6.625% sales tax.
Solar-added home value ($15K-$25K) is fully exempt from property tax.
The residential solar tax credit expired Dec 31, 2025. Cash/loan buyers receive no federal credit.
Third-party owner claims 30% Section 48 ITC. You get lower payments, immediate savings, 25-year warranty.
Your utility territory affects your electric rate and interconnection timeline, but all NJ utilities offer strong net metering.
Common questions about solar panels in New Jersey.
Solar panels in New Jersey cost $2.85-$3.05 per watt installed in 2026, depending on equipment tier. A typical 10 kW system costs $28,800-$30,500. The federal Section 25D residential tax credit expired December 31, 2025, so the federal credit is $0 for cash or loan purchases. After ADI income ($85.00/MWh for 15 years), net metering savings, and NJ tax exemptions, payback is typically 7-10 years.
NuWatt installs three panel tiers in New Jersey: Hyundai 440W (entry, $2.88/W), Silfab 440W (FEOC-qualified for Propel lease, $2.95/W), and REC 460W (premium, $3.14/W). All panels are paired with Enphase IQ8 microinverters and include 25-year manufacturer warranties.
The Administratively Determined Incentive (ADI), formerly SREC-II, is New Jersey's solar incentive program that pays $85.00/MWh (EY2025-26) for 15 years. For a 10 kW system producing ~12,000 kWh/year, that is about $860/year or $12,885 over the full term. The rate rises to $85.00/MWh enrollments.
No. The Section 25D residential solar tax credit expired December 31, 2025. If you buy solar with cash or a loan in 2026, your federal credit is $0. The only way to access federal incentives is through a solar lease or PPA where a third-party owner claims the Section 48 commercial ITC.
New Jersey net metering credits you at the full retail rate for excess solar energy sent to the grid. Whether you are with PSE&G, JCP&L, or ACE, excess production rolls forward as bill credits. At the end of the annual period, remaining credits are compensated at the wholesale rate.
Yes. New Jersey provides a 100% sales tax exemption on solar equipment and installation labor (saving ~$1,950 on a 10 kW system) and a 100% property tax exemption on the added home value from solar. Your property taxes will not increase despite the $15,000-$25,000 increase in home value.
All three major NJ utilities — PSE&G ($0.26/kWh), JCP&L ($0.25/kWh), and ACE ($0.24/kWh) — offer strong net metering. PSE&G territory tends to have the fastest payback due to higher rates. All territories qualify for the same ADI incentive rates.
The average NJ home uses 8,000-12,000 kWh/year, which requires a 7-10 kW system (16-23 panels at 440W each). Factors that affect system size include your electric bill, roof orientation, shading, and whether you plan to add an EV charger or heat pump. NuWatt provides a free custom design based on your actual usage.
Free custom proposal with honest 2026 pricing. ADI enrollment, net metering setup, and 25-year warranty included.