Published 5/1/2026
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Updated 5/19/2026

Florida Solar Market: Installation Trends and Growth

Analysis of solar installation permits across Florida. Track residential and commercial solar adoption by county and project value.

423
Weekly Solar Permits
+52% YoY
$28,000
Average System Value
+6% YoY
18%
Commercial Share
34%
Solar + Roof Combos

Key Takeaways

  • Solar installation permits are up 52% year-over-year across Florida

  • Average residential solar project value is $28,000 for a typical 8-10kW system

  • Southwest Florida leads solar adoption, driven by post-hurricane rebuilding

  • Commercial solar installations are growing faster than residential (+68% vs +45%)

  • Rooftop solar + re-roof combo permits are increasingly common (up 78%)

Related County Markets

Lee County
456 permits/week · Southwest
Palm Beach County
847 permits/week · Southeast
Hillsborough County
634 permits/week · Central West
Orange County
589 permits/week · Central

Related Trades

Solar

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key findings in this trend analysis?

Solar installation permits are up 52% year-over-year across Florida Additionally, Average residential solar project value is $28,000 for a typical 8-10kW system Additionally, Southwest Florida leads solar adoption, driven by post-hurricane rebuilding

How often is this report updated?

This report is updated weekly with the latest permit data from Florida county records. The data reflects real-time construction market activity across the state.

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