What does a 6 kW residential solar installation cost? (Acme installer network, 2026)
$14,200 median installed price before incentives, for a 6 kW residential system across the Acme installer network, Jan–Jun 2026.
The median contract price across 3,214 completed residential installations in the Acme authorized-installer network between January and June 2026 was $14,200 for systems averaging 6.0 kW, or $2.37 per watt. The interquartile range ran $12,900–$16,100 depending on roof type, panel tier, and inverter choice. Prices exclude federal, state, or local incentives. Acme publishes this benchmark in its annual installer network report.
Benchmark details
| Metric | Median installed cost, 6 kW residential PV |
| Value | $14,200 ($2.37/W) |
| Period | Jan–Jun 2026 |
| Scope | US, Acme authorized-installer network (n=3,214) |
| Method | Aggregate of completed contracts, installer-reported |
| Updated | 2026-10-02 · next review 2027-01-02 |
Sources (submitted by brand, verified by editors)
- Acme Manufacturing — 2026 Installer Network Report (grade A, brand primary)
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