Utah Solar Incentives, Tax Credits & Rebates 2024
Last updated: 2026-01Incentive Score
Total Savings Estimate
A typical 8kW system in Utah costs $156,883. After the 30% federal tax credit: $109,818. Estimated annual savings: $1,500.
Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
Tax Credit30% of total system cost
The federal ITC allows you to deduct 30% of the cost of installing a solar energy system from your federal taxes. This applies to both residential and commercial systems with no cap on value.
Eligibility
Available to homeowners who own their solar system (purchased, not leased). Must have sufficient tax liability.
Expiration / Phase-Down
30% through 2032, steps down to 26% in 2033 and 22% in 2034
Utah State Incentives
Net Billing (transitional)
Net MeteringExport credit at reduced rate through Rocky Mountain Power
Utah transitioned from net metering to net billing. Export credits are at a reduced rate, though grandfathered systems keep prior terms.
Tax Exemptions
property tax Exemption
Residential solar energy systems are exempt from property tax increases for the first year after installation.
sales tax Exemption
Utah does not exempt solar equipment from state sales tax (4.85%).
Utility Programs
Rocky Mountain Power
- Net billing
- Wattsmart battery program
- Schedule 137 export credit
Highlights & Drawbacks
Highlights
- ✓Excellent solar resource
- ✓Low installation costs
- ✓Active installer competition
Drawbacks
- !Net metering transitioning to less favorable net billing
- !No sales tax exemption
- !Low electricity rates
- !Limited property tax exemption
Source: DSIRE (Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency), U.S. Department of Energy, state energy offices. Data reflects programs available as of 2026-01.