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Solar panels cost in Western Australia
Most homeowners pay $7,000 – $11,700 (mid-range, typical $8,950, including GST), 1% above the national average.
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mid-range, typicalPrice levels in Western Australia
| Typical | Labour | Materials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $7,550 $5,900 – $9,800 | $988 | $5,864 |
| Mid-range | $8,950 $7,000 – $11,700 | $1,191 | $6,958 |
| Premium | $10,700 $8,300 – $13,900 | $1,404 | $8,284 |
Why prices in Western Australia are different
Labour makes up about 15% of a mid-range solar panels job, around 27 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Western Australia cost about 5% more than the national average (official wage data: ABS Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 1% above the national figure.
Western Australia ranks 3 of 8 states and territories for this job, from most to least expensive.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does solar panels cost in Western Australia?
A mid-range job typically costs $8,950 including GST, with most homeowners paying between $7,000 and $11,700. A basic job is about $7,550 and a premium one about $10,700.
Is solar panels more expensive in Western Australia than the national average?
Western Australia: 1% above the national average. Labour makes up about 15% of a mid-range solar panels job, around 27 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Western Australia cost about 5% more than the national average (official wage data: ABS Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 1% above the national figure.
How much of the price is labour in Western Australia?
About 15% at the mid-range level, around 27 hours of work at local rates. The rest is materials, equipment and disposal, which vary much less between regions.