Plug-In Solar in Oklahoma — Status: deferred
Bill: HB 4060 — Plug-In Solar Device Consumer Access Act
Sponsor: Rep. Trey Caldwell
Legislative Status: Passed House Utilities Committee 8-0 (March 4, 2026). Now in Senate committees. Bipartisan support.
Current Status: Passed House Committee 8-0 · In Senate (March 2026)
Is Plug-In Solar Legal in Oklahoma?
A dedicated statewide plug-in solar pathway is not currently active in Oklahoma; HB 4060 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 | 12.3¢/kWh |
| Estimated Annual Savings | $159/year |
| TOU Rate Spread | 3¢/kWh |
| Peak Sun Hours/Day | 5.2 |
| Retail Choice | none |
Key Provisions
Prohibits utilities from requiring interconnection agreements for certified plug-in solar devices. Allows self-installation without permits.
What You Can Do
If passed: self-install certified plug-in solar systems without OG&E or PSO approval.
What You Can't Do (Yet)
Law not yet enacted. Oklahoma utilities currently require interconnection agreements.
Available Rebates & Incentives
No state solar rebate or tax credit currently available in Oklahoma. Net metering available through OG&E and PSO for traditional grid-tied systems. The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.
Incentive Program Links
- DSIRE — Oklahoma Solar Incentives — Full list of Oklahoma state and utility solar incentive programs.
Demographics (US Census 2023)
| Population | 4,053,824 |
| Total Households | 1,583,000 |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,058,000 |
| Renter-Occupied | 525,000 |
| Single-Family Homes | 1,100,000 |
| Apartment Units (5+) | 170,000 |
| Median Household Income | $66,000 |
| Median Home Value | $195,000 |
Solar Resource Data (NREL PVWatts)
| Peak Sun Hours/Day | 5.48 |
| Optimal Tilt Angle | 20° |
| Optimal Azimuth | Due South (180°) |
| Est. Annual kWh (800W system) | 1244 kWh |
| Best Solar Months | June, August, July, April, May |
Major Utilities
| Utility | Customers | Net Metering |
|---|---|---|
| Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) | ~550,000 residential customers | Yes |
| Oklahoma Gas & Electric (OG&E) | ~915,000 electric customers | Yes |
| Edmond Electric | ~40,000 residential customers | Yes |
| Oklahoma Electric Cooperative (OEC) | ~60,000 electric customers | Yes |
News Coverage
- Balcony solar is taking state legislatures by storm — Canary Media (February 2026)
Explore Your Next Steps in Oklahoma
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 OK setup readiness — Review placement, outlet, property, and state-rule questions before choosing equipment.
- Estimate savings in Oklahoma — Use your location and setup assumptions to estimate bill savings and storage value.
- 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.