As of January 31, 2025, Wagga Wagga has seen significant growth in solar energy adoption, with over 11,360 small-scale solar installations, totalling approximately 66,070 kW of capacity. This surge reflects a strong community commitment to renewable energy, driven by rising electricity costs and decreasing solar panel prices.
How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Wagga Wagga?
Australia boasts some of the most competitive solar PV system prices globally. As of March 2025, the average cost for a 6.6kW solar system in New South Wales ranges between $4,800 and $8,600, inclusive of the government rebate and GST.
Solar Choice has been publishing a Solar Price Index since 2012 tracking the average cost of solar broken down by system size and for each state capital. The chart below shows the historic pricing of solar in Sydney which is very similar to the observed pricing in Wagga Wagga.
Based on this average pricing, a typical 6.6kW Solar Panel System will cost around $5,000 including the government rebate and GST.
You can refer to the full Solar Price Index here for a breakdown by system size and by state.
How much energy will a Solar Power System produce in Wagga Wagga?
On average, rooftops in Wagga Wagga receive about 4.94 peak sun hours per day. This means that for each kilowatt (kW) of installed solar capacity, you can expect approximately 4.94 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity production daily. Here’s a breakdown of average daily outputs for popular system sizes:
| Solar System Size (kW) | Average Daily Output (kWh) |
|---|---|
| 3 kW | 14.8 kWh |
| 5 kW | 24.7 kWh |
| 6.6 kW | 32.6 kWh |
| 10 kW | 49.4 kWh |
What Is This Energy Worth to Me?
A solar panel system can save you money in two key ways:
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Self-Consumption: Energy produced by your solar system is used directly in your home, reducing the amount of electricity you need to purchase from the grid. The more solar energy you consume on-site, the greater your savings.
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Exporting Surplus Energy: Excess energy generated by your system can be sold back to the grid for a “solar feed-in tariff.” In New South Wales, feed-in tariffs typically range from 5 to 15 cents per kWh, depending on the retailer. However, since these rates are often lower than the cost of purchasing electricity, maximizing self-consumption is generally more cost-effective.
Network Provider Regulations
In Wagga Wagga, the network provider is Essential Energy. Their guidelines state that applications will be automatically approved if the system is ≤3kW for rural areas or ≤5kW for urban areas, provided all other requirements are met. Larger systems are assessed on a case-by-case basis and may require export limitation, restricting the amount of energy that can be sold back to the grid.
Solar Incentives & Rebates for Wagga Wagga, NSW
Under the Federal Government’s Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES), installing a solar system entitles you to Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs), effectively reducing the upfront cost. The number of STCs awarded depends on your location, system size, and the current STC price. Wagga Wagga falls into STC Zone 3.
As of 2025, a 6.6kW solar system in Wagga Wagga is eligible for a rebate of approximately $3,000 to $3,800, depending on the current STC market value. This incentive applies when your system is installed by accredited professionals using approved products
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What is this energy worth to me?
A solar panel system can save you money in 2 key ways:
- Self consumption – Energy produced by the solar power system will be used first in your house and any remaining energy required will be drawn seamlessly from the grid. The amount of solar energy you can directly use in your home will reduce the units power you would have otherwise paid to your electricity retailer. This is referred to as ‘solar self consumption‘.
- Surplus energy generated by your system can be sold back to the grid – You will be able to sell surplus energy back to the grid for a “solar feed-in tariff“. Generally the rates offered by electricity retailers are less than half the rates you are buying electricity at, so in most cases it doesn’t make a great deal of sense to oversize your system.
You may also be restricted by the Network Provider on what size system you can install and still sell energy back to the grid. In Wagga the Network Provider is Essential Energy. Their rules state that an application will be automatically approved if the system is ≤3kW Rural or ≤5kW Urban, and application meets all other requirements. If larger, then the application will be assessed on a case by case basis and may require export limitation (limit on the amount of energy that can be sold back to the grid).
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Finding the best solar deals in Wagga Wagga
Like any project it always makes sense to get at least 3 quotes together before you make a decision. In order to draw an effective comparison it is important to make sure you are sourcing quotes from reputable solar installers with the relevant Clean Energy Council accreditations and a strong track record of delivering high quality systems and a good service. We have pre-vetted a list of solar installers, which we are constantly curating based on real feedback from customers. Hit the compare now button below to get an immediate comparison of the pre-vetted installers in your area.
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He is now the communications manager for energy technology startup SwitchDin, but remains an occasional contributor to the Solar Choice blog.
James lives in Newcastle in a house with a weird solar system.
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