There can be solar tax credits and incentives available at the federal, state and local levels. The calculator above will show you the value of all incentives your home is eligible for.
The cost to install solar panels on your home in Missouri is lower than ever. There are strong solar energy rebates for 2021 to further bring down costs, for folks served by KCP&L, Columbia Water & Light, or Empire District.
While some of the rebate tiers have gotten a little less juicy over the past few years, there are very lucrative solar investment opportunities here, with some farm installations coupled with USDA grants creating immediate payback scenarios.
You can save thousands of dollars off the up-front cost of solar, combine that with another big cash windfall in the federal solar tax credit, and use electricity bill savings to quickly pay back your net costs. The average homeowner will save thousands over the 25-year operating life of their solar panels, and benefit from increased home value and environmental benefits, to boot!
Learn what solar incentives are available to Missouri homeowners
See what Missouri solar incentives you qualify for based on your utility company and city
Find out how much these incentives and/or Missouri solar tax credits will reduce your cost to go solar and add batteries
The federal solar investment tax credit will have the biggest impact on the cost you will face to go solar in Missouri
If you install your photovoltaic system before the end of 2032, the federal tax credit is 30% of the cost of your solar panel system. This is 30% off the entire cost of the system including equipment, labor, and permitting.
Example: If your solar energy system costs $20,000, your federal solar tax credit would be $20,000 x 30% = $6,000.
The federal tax credit falls to 26% starting in 2033.
With net metering in some states, you get full retail rate credit for the amount of electricity you send back into the grid with your solar panels.
Net Metering requires your utility to monitor how much energy your solar power system produces and how much energy you actually consume, and make sure you get credit for the surplus.
Missouri requires all utilities to offer net metering to customers with solar power systems up to 100 kW. Net excess generation is credited to your next bill at a minimum of the utility’s avoided cost rate.
Now, "avoided cost rate" is short for "how much it would have cost us to burn more coal and make electricity at one of our plants". As you may guess, the avoided cost rate is pretty cheap. Like, you pay $.12/kWh for electricity from them, but they'll only pay you $.03/kWh for excess you send back to the grid. That's why it's really important you size your system well so you don't produce way more electricity than you use.
We’d like to see the law amended to ensure you get credit for your net excess generation, even if you run a surplus every month. Right now, all credit not used after 12 months reverts back to the utility without compensation. While we think the utility should cut you a check for all that surplus instead, at least there’s some credit rolling back to you when you aren’t able to use all the solar electricity you produce onsite.
Missouri has what basically amounts to a statewide rebate program for solar installations because several of the state's largest electric utility companies offer rebates for their customers.
A solar panel installation on your home adds value to it. We’re talking thousands of dollars of value, based on all that electricity you won’t be paying for in the next few decades. Luckily, Missouri realizes that a good way to encourage homeowners to go solar is to exempt all that additional value from property taxes. That’s right, you will not pay a dime in taxes on all that added value!
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Prices based on a 9.9kW system, after 30% federal tax credit
42 solar companies in Missouri provide pricing on SolarReviews. Here are the best rated companies near you.
4.81 568 Reviews
lynn hickerson, 3 days ago
Shine Solar is great company to work with compared to another one I tried & cancelled. Everyone is friendly answers all your questions, gives extras to help you get started & help lower your usage. I just got my house converted over to solar & am excited to see my electric bill go down to barely anything I hope...
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lynn hickerson, 3 days ago
Shine Solar is great company to work with compared to another one I tried & cancelled. Everyone is friendly answers all your questions, gives extras to help you get started & help lower your usage. I just got my house converted over to solar & am excited to see my electric bill go down to barely anything I hope...
4.69 35 Reviews
B. Powell, over 1 month
We had a residential solar system installed about 5 years ago including construction of a driveway overhang for panels. It operates fine and has had updates, checks for weather damage, and a panel cleaning. We are very satisfied with these results and the company, Shinnova. We recommend them to our neighbors and friends.
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B. Powell, over 1 month
We had a residential solar system installed about 5 years ago including construction of a driveway overhang for panels. It operates fine and has had updates, checks for weather damage, and a panel cleaning. We are very satisfied with these results and the company, Shinnova. We recommend them to our neighbors and friends.
4.64 74 Reviews
Ryanne, 3 days ago
Out of the solar companies we talked to, this was the only one we felt we would have the best support through installation and beyond. For such a big decision/purchase, this is critical. The whole process was really easy and clear.
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Ryanne, 3 days ago
Out of the solar companies we talked to, this was the only one we felt we would have the best support through installation and beyond. For such a big decision/purchase, this is critical. The whole process was really easy and clear.
4.53 22 Reviews
Mary, over 1 month
Bliss Brothers worked hard to make sure I got the best system possible for my energy needs. The salesman was very knowledgeable and helped us understand our system and what to expect moving forward. The install crew were polite and did quality work. I would highly recommend Bliss Brothers for your Solar needs!
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Mary, over 1 month
Bliss Brothers worked hard to make sure I got the best system possible for my energy needs. The salesman was very knowledgeable and helped us understand our system and what to expect moving forward. The install crew were polite and did quality work. I would highly recommend Bliss Brothers for your Solar needs!
4.51 51 Reviews
Cory Reynolds, over 1 month
Working with Straight Up was a great experience and certainly a company I works recommend to anyone interested in going Solar. Andrew Stetter was my initial contact and shared all of the pertinent info to help me know that this was the way we wanted to go.
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Cory Reynolds, over 1 month
Working with Straight Up was a great experience and certainly a company I works recommend to anyone interested in going Solar. Andrew Stetter was my initial contact and shared all of the pertinent info to help me know that this was the way we wanted to go.
4.51 29 Reviews
David P, over 1 month
I first met with Bryan, who did a great job answering all of my questions. I had more questions after the fact, and he was very responsive, one time even recording a video of himself answering the questions. The install crew was professional and did a great job. No issues there. I did have one small problem that took a few months to resolve. One of the panels wasn't outputting quite as much as the rest. But they were able to get the problem resolved. It was an issue with one of the inverters. They worked with enphase on my behalf to get it fixed. I haven't had any issues since then. Overall, couldn't be happier! This is a quality company in an otherwise fairly scammy industry.
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David P, over 1 month
I first met with Bryan, who did a great job answering all of my questions. I had more questions after the fact, and he was very responsive, one time even recording a video of himself answering the questions. The install crew was professional and did a great job. No issues there. I did have one small problem that took a few months to resolve. One of the panels wasn't outputting quite as much as the rest. But they were able to get the problem resolved. It was an issue with one of the inverters. They worked with enphase on my behalf to get it fixed. I haven't had any issues since then. Overall, couldn't be happier! This is a quality company in an otherwise fairly scammy industry.
4.46 9 Reviews
Brett H , over 1 month
After looking at solar for numerous months and doing research I found Fritts was hands down the easiest and most professional to deal with. I have been Installed now for over 9 months and still have a negative energy bill with APS. Thank you guys so much!
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Brett H , over 1 month
After looking at solar for numerous months and doing research I found Fritts was hands down the easiest and most professional to deal with. I have been Installed now for over 9 months and still have a negative energy bill with APS. Thank you guys so much!
4.45 1,761 Reviews
Brian Whisler, 1 day ago
Started installation process beginning July was given estimated windows. Knowing that a lot of processes would take time I let most of it just run its course. About two months later I was the one who had to reach out to get a status update and still couldn’t get a proper update. After getting the run around I was told it would be another week or so. After that date passed I still didn’t hear back. Early that following week I got a message that was oh, by the way your permit and everything ready and we have an installation open tomorrow. Unfortunately it didn’t work for me and had to wait another month for an available time to open up. Day of installation was pretty smooth tech’s nice and help. Sadly while getting into the attic the roof tile was broken and not informed about. As my son was going to sleep that night he freaked out about it telling me something was wrong. I informed my representative about the damage and was told I would hear back. (Take a guess if I’ve heard back yet) then I multiple emails telling me they’d like me to follow up and leave a review. Here it is.
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Brian Whisler, 1 day ago
Started installation process beginning July was given estimated windows. Knowing that a lot of processes would take time I let most of it just run its course. About two months later I was the one who had to reach out to get a status update and still couldn’t get a proper update. After getting the run around I was told it would be another week or so. After that date passed I still didn’t hear back. Early that following week I got a message that was oh, by the way your permit and everything ready and we have an installation open tomorrow. Unfortunately it didn’t work for me and had to wait another month for an available time to open up. Day of installation was pretty smooth tech’s nice and help. Sadly while getting into the attic the roof tile was broken and not informed about. As my son was going to sleep that night he freaked out about it telling me something was wrong. I informed my representative about the damage and was told I would hear back. (Take a guess if I’ve heard back yet) then I multiple emails telling me they’d like me to follow up and leave a review. Here it is.
4.42 12 Reviews
Dan Meek, over 1 month
From the moment I decided to enter into an agreement, until sign off on the project, I could not have been happier. I had researched many solar installers, national and local. Stitt, hands down is the solar installer you want. They kept me updated on where we were in the process and even worked with me on site clean up details. Truly a professional and customer-oriented business. HIGHLY recommend you talk to them about solar!
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Dan Meek, over 1 month
From the moment I decided to enter into an agreement, until sign off on the project, I could not have been happier. I had researched many solar installers, national and local. Stitt, hands down is the solar installer you want. They kept me updated on where we were in the process and even worked with me on site clean up details. Truly a professional and customer-oriented business. HIGHLY recommend you talk to them about solar!
4.21 137 Reviews
Gwyn96, 2 days ago
Buyer BEWARE of this SCAM company. They actively do the Bait & Switch for their ads. Even if they put it in writing that you will get a $1000.00 rebate check from their company, YOU WILL NEVER SEE IT THEY LIE. Also, do NOT click the button stating the installation is complete until you verify with your Power Company that you are connected to the grid. I was coerced into stating the install was done. This starts the countdown for starting your loan payments. After the 2 month grace period before the loan payments started, I am still NOT connected to my power grid. I made my 1st loan payment today and I literally have solar panels on my roof that are NOT connected to my energy grid. So now I have to pay a loan and an energy bill. I am actually dealing with the CEO Robby at this company. I am getting the run around, I am being told their proposals mean NOTHING. So if you are promised something in a proposal according to CEO Robby is means NOTHING. I have a text message from him that states their ads mean nothing and their proposals mean nothing. So before you agree the install is done, get your rebate check from them in your hands or you will never see it. Make sure your are connected to your power grid or DO NOT AGREE IT IS FULLY INSTALLED. MINE IS NOT 6 MONTHS LATER. Then CEO Robby said he would also give me $190.00 equal to 1 months loan payment for the inconvenience. And 2 months later NOTHING. And yes he is tyring to get out of paying me what he personnally promised me too, go figure. DO NOT TRUST ANYTHING ANYONE AT THIS COMPANY SAYS OR PROMISES YOU. YOU WON'T GET FUNCTIONAL SOLAR AND YOU WON'T GET YOUR REBATES. THEY ARE VERY GOOD SCAM ARTISTS!!!!!
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Gwyn96, 2 days ago
Buyer BEWARE of this SCAM company. They actively do the Bait & Switch for their ads. Even if they put it in writing that you will get a $1000.00 rebate check from their company, YOU WILL NEVER SEE IT THEY LIE. Also, do NOT click the button stating the installation is complete until you verify with your Power Company that you are connected to the grid. I was coerced into stating the install was done. This starts the countdown for starting your loan payments. After the 2 month grace period before the loan payments started, I am still NOT connected to my power grid. I made my 1st loan payment today and I literally have solar panels on my roof that are NOT connected to my energy grid. So now I have to pay a loan and an energy bill. I am actually dealing with the CEO Robby at this company. I am getting the run around, I am being told their proposals mean NOTHING. So if you are promised something in a proposal according to CEO Robby is means NOTHING. I have a text message from him that states their ads mean nothing and their proposals mean nothing. So before you agree the install is done, get your rebate check from them in your hands or you will never see it. Make sure your are connected to your power grid or DO NOT AGREE IT IS FULLY INSTALLED. MINE IS NOT 6 MONTHS LATER. Then CEO Robby said he would also give me $190.00 equal to 1 months loan payment for the inconvenience. And 2 months later NOTHING. And yes he is tyring to get out of paying me what he personnally promised me too, go figure. DO NOT TRUST ANYTHING ANYONE AT THIS COMPANY SAYS OR PROMISES YOU. YOU WON'T GET FUNCTIONAL SOLAR AND YOU WON'T GET YOUR REBATES. THEY ARE VERY GOOD SCAM ARTISTS!!!!!