Solar Panels in South Carolina

Strong State Tax Credit + Federal Incentives

$1,000/yr

Avg. Annual Savings

5.1 peak hrs/day

Peak Sun Hours

7–10 years

Payback Period

$13,000–$19,000

Avg. System Cost

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Overview

Is Solar Worth It in South Carolina?

Investing in a solar panel system is not cheap — but if you're in the right location with lots of sunshine, it can pay off big time in the long run, providing you with thousands of dollars in savings on energy bills over the next couple of decades.

And with South Carolina solar tax credits and rebates, that investment becomes even more affordable. South Carolina is one of the few states with a dedicated state income tax credit for solar, stacking on top of the federal incentive.

Benefits

Why Go Solar in South Carolina

Reduce Your Electric Bill

South Carolina homeowners save an average of $1,000/yr after going solar.

Federal 30% Tax Credit

Deduct 30% of your total system cost from your federal income taxes.

Increase Home Value

Solar panels increase your home's resale value — and are excluded from property tax in most states.

Energy Independence

Lock in your electricity rate and protect against rising utility costs for 25+ years.

Available Incentives

South Carolina Solar Incentives & Tax Credits

SC State Solar Tax Credit

Tax Credit

South Carolina offers a 25% state income tax credit on the cost of your solar system, up to $3,500 per year (or 50% of your tax liability). Unused credits can carry forward for up to 10 years.

25% of system cost (up to $3,500/yr)

Net Metering

SC utilities are required to offer net metering. Excess solar energy is credited at the full retail rate, maximizing your savings.

Full retail rate credits

Property Tax Exemption

Tax Exemption

The added value of solar panels is excluded from your property tax assessment in South Carolina.

100% exemption on added value

Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC)

Tax Credit

Stack the federal 30% ITC on top of the SC state credit for combined savings of up to 55% of your system cost.

30% of system cost

Common Questions

South Carolina Solar FAQ

Yes — you can claim both the 25% SC state credit and the 30% federal ITC in the same year, for combined incentives of up to 55% of your system cost.

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