Solar Panels in Tennessee are gaining popularity in the Volunteer State, where residents enjoy over 210 sunny days annually. With hot summers and moderate energy rates, solar adoption is growing as homeowners look for long-term bill reduction and energy independence.
Cost of solar panels in Tennessee
Residential systems typically cost $11,000 to $19,000 before incentives. The average cost per watt is $2.3–2.6. For households using 1,000–1,200 kWh per month, a 6–8 kW system is common.
Incentives and programs
Tennessee does not offer statewide solar rebates, but homeowners can access:
- Federal Solar Tax Credit (30%).
- TVA Green Power Providers Program (pilot-based), which has historically offered compensation for solar generation.
- Financing through local banks and installers.
Aptos Solar 460W Solar Panel 120 Cell PERC Bifacial DNA-120-BF10-460W Clearance
JA Solar 380W Solar Panel 72 Cell PERC JAM72S09-380/PR Clearance
SEG Solar 405W Solar Panel 108 Cell PERC All-Black SEG405-BMD-TB
Jinko 410W Solar Panel 144 Cell PERC JKM410M-72HL-V Clearance
Hyperion (Runergy) 405W Solar Panel 108 Cells PERC Bifacial HY-DH108P8B-405 Clearance
ZNShine Solar 435W Solar Panel 108 Cell TOPCon Bifacial All-Black ZXM7-UHLDD108-435 Clearance
Peimar 450W Solar Panel 120 Cell PERC All-Black DR10H450MB Clearance
Talesun Solar 415W Solar Panel 108 Cell PERC Bifacial All-Black TP7G54M(H)-415-BB Clearance
JA Solar 405W Solar Panel 108 Cells PERC All-Black JAM54S31-405/MR Clearance
Axitec 440W Solar Panel 108 Cell TOPCon Bifacial All-Black AC-440TGB/108BB Clearance
LONGi 360W Solar Panel 72 cell Mono PERC LR6-72PH-360M Wholesale 23 panels per pallet
LONGi 370W Solar Panel 72 cell PERC LR6-72PH-370M Wholesale 26 panels per pallet
LONGi 375W Solar Panel 144 cell PERC Bifacial LR6-72HBD-375MC Wholesale 26 panels per pallet
LONGi 370W Solar Panel 144 cell PERC LR6-72HPH-370MC Wholesale 30 panels per pallet
LONGi 375W Solar Panel 144 cell PERC LR6-72HPH-375MC Wholesale 30 panels per pallet
LONGi 370W Solar Panel 144 cell PERC Bifacial LR6-72HIBD-370M Wholesale 35 panels per pallet
Regitec 415W Solar Panel 108 Cell PERC RMH54/415B1 Wholesale 36 panels per pallet
Boviet 440W Solar Panel 144 Cell PERC Bifacial BVM6612M-440S-H-HC-BF-DG Wholesale 30 panels per pallet
Regitec 430W Solar Panel 108 Cell TOPCon Bifacial All-Black RMHT54/430AB2 Wholesale 36 panels per pallet
SolarSpace 400W Solar Panel 108 Cells PERC All-Black SS8-54HSB-400-M Wholesale 36 panels per pallet
LONGi 370W Solar Panel 72 cell Mono PERC LR6-72PH-370M Commercial 728 panels per container (Truckload)
Regitec 550W Solar Panel 144 Cell RMH72-550S1 Commercial 620 panels per Container (Truckload)
LONGi 370W Solar Panel 144 cell PERC Bifacial LR6-72HIBD-370M Commercial 630 panels per Container (Truckload)
LONGi 375W Solar Panel 144 cell Mono PERC LR6-72HPH-375MC Commercial 660 panels per container (Truckload)
LONGi 375W Solar Panel 144 cell PERC Bifacial LR6-72HBD-375MC Commercial 572 panels per container (Truckload)
Regitec 415W Solar Panel 108 Cell RMH54/415B1 Commercial 936 panels per Container (Truckload)
GSTAR 550W Solar Panel 144 Cell PERC Bifacial GSP7G72M(H)550WT Commercial 620 panels per Container (Truckload)
Regitec 575W Solar Panel 144 Cell TOPcon Bifacial Glass-Glass RMHT72/575S2 Commercial 720 panels per Container (Truckload)
Thornova Solar 590W Solar Panel 144 Cells N-Type Bifacial M Pro TS-BGT72-590 Container 616 panels (Truckload)
ZNShine Solar 550W Solar Panel 144 Cell PERC Bifacial ZXM7-SHDB144-550 Commercial 620 panels per Container (Truckload)
Net metering in Tennessee
Unlike many states, Tennessee does not have mandated net metering. Some utilities may offer limited crediting programs, but most homeowners save by offsetting their own electricity use directly.
Payback and ROI
Without strong net metering, payback averages 10–13 years. Lifetime savings often exceed $20,000–$25,000, depending on usage.
FAQ
How much do solar panels cost in Tennessee? Around $2.4 per watt.
Are there rebates? No statewide rebates, but federal ITC applies.
Is solar worth it in Tennessee? Yes — abundant sun makes ROI steady.
How long do Aptos panels last? 25+ years.
Conclusion
Tennessee doesn’t mandate net metering, but its sunshine still makes solar profitable. Aptos panels ensure strong, reliable performance for decades.