Solar Rebates in Texas (2026)
Texas does not offer a state-level solar tax credit, but the major utilities — Oncor, CPS Energy, Austin Energy, Pedernales Electric Cooperative, and Garland Power & Light — run rebate programs that stack on top of the federal 25D credit. Oncor pays roughly $2,500 for a typical 6 kW residential install through the Solar PV Standard Offer Program. Austin Energy pays $2,500 flat and CPS Energy in San Antonio pays $0.60/W (capped). Texas property tax law also exempts the added home value from solar — meaningful in a state with property tax averaging 1.7%. Texas has no statewide net metering mandate, so export economics depend on your retail electric provider — Green Mountain Energy and Reliant offer 1:1 buyback plans on retail competitive territory.
Texas solar programs available
| Program | Amount | Type | Authority | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal 25D Residential Clean Energy Credit | 30% of system cost | Tax credit | IRS | Dec 31 2032 |
| Oncor Solar PV Standard Offer Program | ~$2,500 for 6 kW residential | Performance payment | Oncor Electric Delivery | Annual cap, first-come first-served |
| Austin Energy Solar Rebate | $2,500 flat | Rebate | Austin Energy | Annual budget cap |
| CPS Energy Solar Rebate | $0.60 per watt up to $4,500 | Rebate | CPS Energy (San Antonio) | Until annual fund depleted |
| Pedernales Electric Cooperative Rebate | $2,500 typical residential | Rebate | PEC | Member program |
| Garland Power & Light Solar Buyback | $3,500 flat | Rebate | GP&L | Ongoing |
| Texas Property Tax Exemption (Solar) | 100% of added home value | Tax credit | Texas Comptroller | Permanent |
| Net Metering (REP-dependent) | Varies — Green Mountain, Reliant offer 1:1 buyback | Net metering | Retail Electric Providers | Ongoing |
Eligibility quick check
Do I need to be in Oncor territory for the Oncor rebate?
Yes. Oncor is the wires utility for Dallas-Fort Worth and most of north and west Texas. The rebate applies regardless of your Retail Electric Provider, as long as your meter is on Oncor lines.
Is there an Austin Energy income requirement?
No income cap on the standard rebate, but Austin Energy Customer Renewable Energy Solutions (CRES) program offers higher per-kW rebates to income-qualified households.
How does CPS Energy (San Antonio) compare?
CPS Energy pays $0.60/W up to $4,500. A 6 kW install nets $3,600 on top of the federal 30%. CPS also operates a community solar option for renters.
How to stack with the federal credit
Texas programs combine with the federal 25D 25D Credit (30% of cost, no cap) — see the 25D guide for filing instructions and forms.
Worked stacking example
Dallas homeowner with 8 kW system at $20,000: federal 25D credit $6,000 + Oncor rebate ~$3,300 = $9,300 incentives. Net cost $10,700. With Reliant Truly Free Nights & Solar Days, payback ~6 years.