
Let's cut to the chase - the average price for a solar panel in the U.S. currently ranges between $2.50 to $3.50 per watt. For a typical 6kW residential system, you're looking at $15,000 to $25,000 before incentives. But wait, doesn't that seem high compared to last year's quotes? Well, here's the kicker: panel costs actually dropped 12% since 2022, while installation fees climbed 18% due to labor shortages.