How much does solar cost in Kaimuki / Kapahulu, Hawaii?

Based on 4,750 permit records, the median solar installation cost in Kaimuki / Kapahulu is $24,000 ($3.20/W). The middle 50% of installations fall between $15,000 and $34,930.

Who are the top solar installers in Kaimuki / Kapahulu?

Alternate Energy, Inc. leads Kaimuki / Kapahulu in permit volume, followed by Revolusun and Hawaii Energy Connection,. See the full leaderboard at brightneighbors.com/leaderboard.

How do I get a solar quote in Kaimuki / Kapahulu?

Use BrightNeighbors to compare installers active in Kaimuki / Kapahulu, review their permit history and pricing, then request quotes from your shortlist. You can also upload your current quote for a free analysis against Kaimuki / Kapahulu benchmarks.

Solar Costs in Kaimuki / Kapahulu, Oahu — Real Permit Data

Q: Is solar worth it in Kaimuki / Kapahulu?

Kaimuki / Kapahulu homeowners benefit from Hawaii's high electricity rates (among the highest in the US at ~$0.42/kWh), the Hawaii RETITC state tax credit (35%, up to $5,000 per 5kW block), and the federal 30% ITC. A typical Kaimuki / Kapahulu system pays back in 7–9 years.

What Solar Actually Costs in Kaimuki / Kapahulu

The 4,750 permit records filed for Kaimuki / Kapahulu give us a reliable baseline. The middle 50% of installations land between $15,000 and $34,930, with a median of $24,000. Outliers above $34,930 usually involve battery storage or larger commercial-adjacent systems.

Price range — middle 50% of Kaimuki / Kapahulu installs

$15,000
25th pct $24,000
median $34,930
75th pct

After the Hawaii RETITC state tax credit (35%, up to $5,000 per 5 kW block) and the federal 30% ITC, a median-priced Kaimuki / Kapahulu system nets out significantly lower. Use the BrightNeighbors calculator to model your exact credit amount.

Top Solar Installers in Kaimuki / Kapahulu

Permit volume is the clearest proxy for installer experience in a specific neighborhood. These are the contractors with the most completed installations in Kaimuki / Kapahulu:

#	Installer	Permits in Kaimuki / Kapahulu
1	Alternate Energy, Inc.	608	View permits →
2	Revolusun	578	View permits →
3	Hawaii Energy Connection,	409	View permits →
4	Elemental Energy dba Sunetric	213	View permits →
5	AMERICAN ELECTRIC CO	207	View permits →

Permit count tells you who's done the work. Price, closure time, and financing options tell you who to hire. See the full comparison on the BrightNeighbors Leaderboard.

How we calculate these numbers: All data comes from Honolulu DPP permit records, cross-referenced with our 68,000+ permit database. Contractor permit counts are deduplicated across both the primary and electrical contractor fields. Costs reflect the value declared on the permit, which closely tracks final installed cost for residential systems.

Is Solar Worth It in Kaimuki / Kapahulu?

Hawaii has the highest residential electricity rates in the US — roughly $0.42/kWh on HECO. A typical Kaimuki / Kapahulu system sized for an average home (7–8 kW) offsets 80–100% of usage and pays back in 7–10 years before tax credits, less than 6 years after.

Hawaii RETITC: 35% state tax credit, up to $5,000 per 5 kW block (refundable election available)
Federal ITC: 30% of total system cost, claimed in the tax year of installation
HECO net metering (CGS+/Smart Export): Export credits offset your next bill at published rates
Property tax exemption: Solar installations exempt from Hawaii property tax assessment

How to Get a Quote in Kaimuki / Kapahulu

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