Solar · Published 2026-08-26
Oklahoma vs Texas: Where Going Solar Costs Less
Solar in Oklahoma ($22,400) vs Texas ($22,000) — a 2% gap between neighbors, from July 2026 data.
Oklahoma and Texas share a border, but for a home solar installation the numbers diverge: Oklahoma averages $22,400 (rank #9 of 50) and Texas averages $22,000 (rank #5) — a 2% gap.
| Oklahoma | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| 8 kW system, installed | $22,400 | $22,000 |
| Cost per watt | $2.80 | $2.75 |
| Electricity rate | 10.8¢/kWh | 12.0¢/kWh |
| Peak sun hours/day | 5.2 | 5.5 |
| Typical state incentive | $500 | $1,000 |
Oklahoma in context
Oklahoma is one of the cheapest states in the country for a home solar installation, ranking #9 of 50 at $22,400 — about 8% below the national average.
Texas in context
Texas is one of the cheapest states in the country for a home solar installation, ranking #5 of 50 at $22,000 — about 10% below the national average.
Full local breakdowns: Oklahoma · Texas.
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