Cost overview
How much does solar cost in Burbank?
The average Burbank home requires a 8.5 kW system to offset its BWP bill. At the current Greater Los Angeles average of $2.62 per watt, gross cost is approximately $22,270 before incentives.
| System size | Installed cost (2026, no federal credit) | Monthly savings est. |
|---|---|---|
| 7 kW | $18,340 | $180–$230 |
| 8.5 kW (avg Burbank) | $22,270 | $300–$345 |
| 12 kW | $31,440 | $340–$420 |
| + Battery (13.5 kWh) | +$10,000–$15,000 | +$125–$250 |
Install in 2026: California's property tax exclusion — which prevents solar from raising your property tax bill — expires for systems installed after December 31, 2026. Start now to qualify; typical installations take 6–12 weeks from signed contract to Permission to Operate.
BWP Solar Net Billing in Burbank
How does BWP credit my solar power in Burbank?
BWP moved new solar customers to Solar Net Billing on January 1, 2026: exports are paid at avoided-cost rates that vary by season and hour (well below retail), similar to NEM 3.0. Battery storage strongly recommended. Systems interconnected before 2026 keep legacy NEM for up to 20 years. Under current BWP time-of-use rates, peak hours run 4–9 PM at $0.28–0.38/kWh. Every kilowatt-hour of solar you self-consume saves you significantly more than one you export ($0.08–0.12/kWh).
| Scenario | Annual savings | 25-yr total | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| No solar | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Solar only (no battery) | ~$2,520/yr | ~$74,295 | 8.8 yrs |
| Solar + battery | ~$3,600/yr | ~$114,300 | 9.7 yrs |
What solar incentives are available in Burbank, CA in 2026?
- Federal residential tax credit (Section 25D) — Expired December 31, 2025. Not available for homeowner cash or loan purchases in 2026.
- California Property Tax Exclusion — solar does not increase your property tax assessment. Expires for systems installed after December 31, 2026. Income-qualified households (CARE/FERA or below 80% AMI) may access the SGIP RSSE battery rebate waitlist.
- BWP electricity credits — BWP moved new solar customers to Solar Net Billing on January 1, 2026: exports are paid at avoided-cost rates that vary by season and hour (well below retail), similar to NEM 3.0. Battery storage strongly recommended. Systems interconnected before 2026 keep legacy NEM for up to 20 years.
- California Property Tax Exclusion — Solar does not increase your property tax assessment. Expires for systems installed after December 31, 2026 — install this year to lock it in permanently.
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