1kw solar system price in Australia

How much do solar panels cost in Australia?

Or to put it another way – how many kilowatts (kW) of solar panels you choose to install will affect how much it costs. Prices in Australia have dropped significantly since I started SolarQuotes over a decade ago (when a piddly installation with 1 kW of solar panels cost $10,000!) – particularly pricing for larger systems.

How much does a 1kW Solar System cost?

At the time of writing (early December 2016), the average price per watt of a 1.5kW solar system is about $2.16, meaning that a 1kW system would cost around $2,160 to install. Of course this is only the average price, and there is considerable variety in the market, depending on the location, installer, and components used in the installation.

How much does a solar panel cost?

Keep in mind that your total solar panel price can be impacted by several factors, including the brand and type of solar panels and the size of solar system you choose. Canstar Blue found the average solar installation cost, as of December 2023, was $1,503. These costs were provided by survey respondents who did not buy an inclusive solar package.

How much does solar cost per watt?

Over the last two decades, solar energy has become a lot cheaper, thanks to better panels and loads more of them being made. Solar panels cost about $1.16 per watt. The cost per watt decreases the larger the system you buy. For a regular residential system (6.6kW) you can expect to pay $0.98 per watt.

How big is a 1kW solar power system?

A 1kW system using 370W panels will require about 5.3 square meters of roof to be installed. Each 370W panel measures about 1.75m x 1m. 1kW solar power systems are mostly suitable for micro-systems. This size of solar power system is classed as "Residential".

How much does a 6.6kw Solar System cost?

The graph below shows average pricing nationally for 6.6kW systems in August – again, after all subsidies and including installation, and across the gamut of quality. August’s average at this point is $6,366; down slightly on July’s $6,510. Average pricing on 6.6kW solar systems and other sizes can vary greatly from state to state.