Arkansas Solar Incentives, Tax Credits & Rebates 2026
State-program snapshot: 2026-01 · Federal status reviewed: 2026-08-06Cost Context
An illustrative 6.9 kW system using the historical observed average cost in Arkansas is $43,125. New federal residential credit for a 2026 installation: $0. Modeled annual savings before financing: $1,174.
Federal Residential Credit Status
Residential Clean Energy Credit
Ended for new 2026 systems0% for property placed in service in 2026
IRS guidance states that the 30% credit applied to qualified residential clean-energy property installed from 2022 through December 31, 2025. It is not available for property placed in service after that date.
Eligibility
No new residential credit for a system first placed in service in 2026. A previously earned unused credit may be eligible for carryforward under IRS rules.
Primary source
IRS Residential Clean Energy Credit guidance ↗Arkansas State Program Snapshot
Net Metering
Net MeteringFull retail rate up to 25 kW
Net metering at full retail rate under Solar Access Act of 2019.
State and utility programs can change between reviews. Confirm eligibility, funding and deadlines with the administering agency or utility before relying on this snapshot.
Tax Exemptions
property tax Exemption
No specific property tax exemption for solar installations.
sales tax Exemption
No sales tax exemption for solar equipment.
Highlights & Drawbacks
Highlights
Drawbacks
- !Limited state-level incentive programs
State-program sources: DSIRE, state energy offices and utilities; snapshot dated 2026-01. Programs, funding and eligibility can change without notice. Federal residential status reviewed against IRS guidance on August 6, 2026.