Austin is part of Travis County in the Austin Metro solar market. Compare free quotes from licensed solar installers serving Austin, TX homeowners and take advantage of the federal 30% ITC and Texas property tax exemption.
Austin homeowners are seeing rising electricity costs driven by summer air conditioning demand. The average Texas electric bill runs $130–$200/month, with summer peaks often hitting $250–$400+. A properly sized solar system can eliminate most or all of your electric bill year-round.
Texas's property tax exemption (TX Tax Code §11.27) means your property assessment won't increase when you install solar — saving hundreds per year. Combined with the federal 30% ITC, most Austin homeowners see payback in 7–12 years with 25-year savings of $28,000–$55,000+.
Yes — Austin receives 4.8–6+ peak sun hours per day and electricity rates are rising. With the 30% federal tax credit and TX property tax exemption, most Austin solar systems pay back in under 12 years and produce 25+ years of savings.
The federal 30% ITC, Texas property tax exemption (TX Tax Code §11.27), Texas sales tax exemption, and depending on your utility — CPS Energy or Austin Energy rebates if applicable to your area.