How much does a home battery cost in Washington after rebates?
The most common job, a tesla Powerwall 3 (13.5 kWh), installed, costs $14,500 before rebates. Most jobs cost between $11,500 and $18,500. With the biggest open rebate ($3,000), you could pay about $11,500.
How much does a home battery cost?
| Project | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Powerwall 3 (13.5 kWh), installed | $11,500 | $14,500 | $18,500 |
| Enphase IQ Battery 10C (10 kWh), installed | $10,500 | $13,000 | $16,000 |
| Home battery, generic installed cost per kWh | $900 | $1,100 | $1,600 |
What the typical price covers: one Powerwall 3 (13.5 kWh, integrated hybrid inverter), Backup Gateway/backup switch, wiring, mounting, permit, interconnection paperwork, commissioning. Expansion units extra (~$6,000 each). Excludes main-panel or service upgrade (+$3,000-$5,000 where needed) and solar.
These ranges come from Northeast and national installer data. Prices in Washington can be lower or higher, so get two or three quotes.
Is there a rebate for a home battery in Washington?
Yes. We track 3 home battery programs taking applications in Washington. The largest is $3,000 from Pacific Power (PacifiCorp).
- PSE Flex Batteries Enhanced Incentives (upfront battery cost): up to $10,000 (not yet confirmed)
- Pacific Power Wattsmart Battery program (Washington): up to $3,000
- PSE Flex Batteries (home battery demand response): up to $1,000 (not yet confirmed)
Which utilities pay home battery rebates?
Most rebates depend on who supplies your power or gas.
| Utility | Programs | Largest rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy (electric) | 2 | $10,000 |
| Pacific Power (PacifiCorp) | 1 | $3,000 |
How much will I pay after rebates?
Start with the typical price, $14,500. Take off the largest rebate you qualify for. With $3,000 from Pacific Power (PacifiCorp), that is about $11,500.
Rebates have rules: approved equipment, an approved contractor, and sometimes income limits. Some can be combined, some can't. Check each program before you sign a contract.
Use the rebate calculator to see what applies at your zip code.
Is there a federal tax credit?
No. The federal credits for heat pumps and batteries (25C and 25D) ended for installs after December 31, 2025.
How do I find a licensed installer in Washington?
We list 5,518 Washington contractors whose state license covers home battery work. Each one shows its license, and many show a phone number or website.
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Sources
- EnergySage - Tesla Powerwall 3 review (typical installed ~ $13,473, ~ $998/kWh) (2026)
- EnergySage - 2026 cost of energy storage in New Jersey ($1,074/kWh; 13 kWh avg $13,963, range $11,869-$16,057) (2026)
- EnergySage - Enphase IQ Battery 10C review (installer example ~ $13,000, ~ $1,300/kWh) (2025)
- NuWatt Energy - Enphase IQ Battery 10C ($12,000-$14,500 installed) (2026)
- EnergySage - 2026 cost of energy storage in New Jersey ($1,074/kWh statewide; $918-$1,590/kWh by town) (2026)
- EnergySage - 2026 cost of energy storage in Connecticut ($1,167/kWh) (2026)
- Programs: official program pages, checked 2026-10-11. Installers: Washington state license records.