Plug-In Solar in Arizona — Status: deferred
Bill: SB 1606 — Plug-In Solar Device Consumer Access Act
Sponsor: Sen. Wendy Rogers
Legislative Status: Deferred until 2027. SB 1606 did not advance before the session ended. Sponsors plan to reintroduce in the 2027 session.
Is Plug-In Solar Legal in Arizona?
A dedicated statewide plug-in solar pathway is not currently active in Arizona; SB 1606 is listed as deferred. Before installing or connecting equipment, confirm current utility or interconnection rules, local code or permit requirements, property or lease conditions, outlet and electrical suitability, and the equipment listing and manufacturer instructions.
Last Updated: March 2026
Key Information
| Average Electricity Rate | 13.9¢/kWh |
| Estimated Annual Savings | $270/year |
| TOU Rate Spread | 8¢/kWh |
| Peak Sun Hours/Day | 6.5 |
| Retail Choice | none |
Key Provisions
Would have exempted certified plug-in solar devices from ACC interconnection requirements.
What You Can Do
No specific plug-in solar law. Arizona has excellent solar resources and strong net metering. APS and SRP offer solar programs.
What You Can't Do (Yet)
APS and SRP currently require interconnection agreements for grid-tied systems.
Available Rebates & Incentives
Arizona has strong net metering through APS and SRP. Arizona property tax exemption for solar systems. No active state solar income tax credit (expired). The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.
Incentive Program Links
- DSIRE — Arizona Solar Incentives — Full list of Arizona state and utility solar incentive programs.
Demographics (US Census 2023)
| Population | 7,431,344 |
| Total Households | 2,729,067 |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,778,833 |
| Renter-Occupied | 950,234 |
| Single-Family Homes | 1,778,833 |
| Apartment Units (5+) | 432,187 |
| Median Household Income | $72,581 |
| Median Home Value | $342,300 |
Solar Resource Data (NREL PVWatts)
| Peak Sun Hours/Day | 6.51 |
| Optimal Tilt Angle | 20° |
| Optimal Azimuth | Due South (180°) |
| Est. Annual kWh (800W system) | 1416 kWh |
| Best Solar Months | April–September |
Major Utilities
| Utility | Customers | Net Metering |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Public Service (APS) | ~1.4 million customers | No |
| Salt River Project (SRP) | ~1.1 million customers | No |
| Tucson Electric Power (TEP) | ~457,000 customers | No |
Explore Your Next Steps in Arizona
Use these tools and guides alongside the state-specific rules above to evaluate your space, potential savings, and the right connection approach.
- Compare every state — Return to the national tracker to compare enacted laws, pending bills, and unclear jurisdictions.
- Check your AZ setup readiness — Review placement, outlet, property, and state-rule questions before choosing equipment.
- Estimate savings in Arizona — Use your location and setup assumptions to estimate bill savings and storage value.
- Plug-In Solar Off-Grid: How to Use Solar Without Waiting for Your State — Read the most relevant PlugInSolarUS article for Arizona.
- Understand off-grid and grid-connected use — Separate truly off-grid or portable solar from equipment that connects to a building circuit or utility grid.