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60W Solar Street Light Price Guide (2025 Updated)

Nov 10, 2025

In the solar street light market, the price range fluctuates significantly, and there is a considerable difference between the market retail price and the wholesale price. Generally speaking, the wholesale price or factory price of 60W solar street lights is usually within the range of about US100 to 220 per piece. The specific price may vary depending on the model and configuration of the street light. In the retail market or project quotations, due to the inclusion of a series of additional services such as after-sales and installation, the price may soar to hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

The Market Price of 60W Solar Street Lights

Factory Price/FOB Wholesale Reference

In the supply chain of solar street lights, factory prices and FOB wholesale prices are important references for procurement. For most of the 60W solar street lights provided by Chinese suppliers, the FOB or wholesale price samples are mostly between US110 and 180 per piece. This price range is not fixed but is influenced by a combination of multiple factors.
 

Influencing Factor

Description

Example of Price Impact

Battery Type

Lead-acid batteries: low cost, short lifespan. Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄): high cost, good performance

Lead-acid: ~US$110/piece; LiFePO₄: ~US$150/piece

Panel Wattage

Higher wattage increases solar energy conversion efficiency but also increases cost

100W panel: ~US$130/piece; 120W panel: ~US$160/piece

Material

Hot-dip galvanized steel light pole: better anti-rust and wind resistance, more expensive. Aluminum alloy light body: good heat dissipation and long lifespan, higher cost

High-quality materials increase overall price

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)

Meeting supplier’s MOQ can enable bulk discounts

Higher purchase volume → lower unit price

The Price of Split-type Solar Street Lights

Split-type solar street lights, due to their unique design where the battery box is separated from the light body, are widely used in projects with high requirements for battery capacity or high pole height. Its price varies within a certain range depending on the height of the pole and the configuration. For a 60W split-type solar street light, when the pole height is between 6m and 8m, depending on the configuration, its price is usually between US 170-250 per piece or higher.

Retail/project package price

In the market transactions of solar street lights, retail or package quotations that include installation, taxes, and logistics often rise significantly compared to factory prices or wholesale prices.

Retail

In the retail sector, retailers need to consider their own operating costs, including store rent, employee salaries, marketing expenses, etc. These costs will be passed on to each solar street light sold, thereby leading to a price increase.

A whole package

Cost Category

Description

Price Impact

Installation Cost

Includes professional personnel, equipment, pit digging, wiring, commissioning, and other construction work

More complex installation → higher cost

Tax

Varies by country or region

Higher tax rate → total price increases

Logistics Cost

Depends on transportation distance, mode, volume/weight, and special requirements

Long-distance or special transportation → logistics cost increases

The Price Composition of 60W Solar Street Lights

Solar Panel

As the core component of solar street lights, the price of solar panels accounts for approximately 30% to 40% of the overall price of 60W solar street lights, and is influenced by multiple key factors:

The power of solar panels

Power is one of the important factors. Generally speaking, the higher the power of a solar panel, the higher its price. This is because high-power solar panels can convert more solar energy into electricity within the same period of time, meeting the higher energy demands of street lights, and their production processes and material costs are also relatively higher.

Conversion efficiency

Conversion efficiency also has a significant impact on the price. Solar panels with high conversion efficiency can make more effective use of solar energy, reducing the area and cost of the panels. High-efficiency solar panels with a conversion efficiency of 22% to 25%, due to their high technological content, are 20% to 50% more expensive than ordinary panels.

Brand factor

Brand factors should not be ignored either. Solar panels from well-known brands are usually more reliable in terms of quality, performance and after-sales service, and thus their prices are relatively higher.

Battery

The battery accounts for approximately 20% to 30% of the overall price of 60W solar street lights. Factors such as its type, capacity and lifespan have a significant impact on the price. Currently, the common solar street light batteries on the market include lead-acid batteries and lithium iron phosphate batteries (LiFePO4), etc.
 

Feature

Lead-acid Battery

Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) Battery

Price (100Ah)

~US$30–50

~US$100–150

Cost Characteristics

Low cost

High cost (2–3× lead-acid)

Energy Density / Size & Weight

Low energy density → larger volume & heavier weight

High energy density → smaller volume & lighter weight

Cycle Life

~300–500 cycles

>2,000 cycles

Installation & Transportation

Large and heavy → more difficult

Light and compact → easier

Maintenance / Replacement Cost

Short lifespan → more frequent replacement, higher long-term cost

Long lifespan → lower replacement frequency, lower long-term cost

LED Light Source

The proportion of LED light sources in the overall price of 60W solar street lights is approximately 15% to 20%. The LED light source is the key component for 60W solar street lights to achieve the lighting function, and its price is comprehensively affected by factors such as the chip brand, luminous efficacy and lifespan.

Chip brand

The brand of the chip is one of the important factors determining the price of LED light sources. Chips from well-known brands have obvious advantages in terms of performance, stability and light quality, so their prices are relatively high.

Light effect

Luminous efficacy is also a key factor influencing the price of LED light sources. The higher the luminous efficacy, the brighter the LED light source can emit under the same power, and the better the lighting effect. Generally speaking, LED light sources with luminous efficacy ranging from 120 to 150lm/W are more common and have relatively moderate prices. High-efficiency LED light sources with a luminous efficacy of 150-180lm /W, due to their high technical content, are 10% to 30% more expensive than ordinary luminous efficacy light sources.

Lifespan

In terms of lifespan, long-life LED light sources can reduce the frequency of light source replacement and lower maintenance costs, so their prices will also increase accordingly. In the market, LED light sources with a lifespan of over 50,000 hours are quite common. LED light sources with longer lifespans are more refined in terms of materials and manufacturing processes, and their prices are also a certain proportion higher than those of ordinary lifespan light sources.

Controller

The controller accounts for approximately 8% to 12% of the overall price of 60W solar street lights. Although the controller is relatively small in size, it plays a crucial role and its price is influenced by a variety of factors.
 

Function Type

Function Description

Price Change / Increase

Cost Reason

Basic Controller

Basic switch control, no intelligent function

Basic price

No additional functional components

Light Control / Time Control

Automatically adjusts brightness according to light; preset on/off by time

20%–50% higher than ordinary controllers

Requires advanced control logic and photosensitive components

Human Body Sensing

Increases brightness when someone approaches; decreases when area is empty

+US$15–20 compared to ordinary controllers

Requires integrated sensors and stronger signal processing capabilities

Remote Management (IoT)

Remotely monitor, set parameters, and diagnose faults

US$50–80

High cost of communication modules, software platform, and data security

Optics and Heat Dissipation

The optical and heat dissipation components account for approximately 5% to 8% of the overall price of 60W solar street lights. In the price structure of 60W solar street lights, although the optical and heat dissipation parts are often overlooked, they have a significant impact on the performance and service life of the street lights, and their costs also account for a certain proportion of the overall price.

Lens

High-quality lenses typically use optical-grade materials such as PC or PMMA, which feature high light transmittance and excellent optical performance. These materials can effectively distribute and focus the light emitted by LED light sources evenly, enhancing lighting efficiency and uniformity. Lenses made of such high-quality materials are relatively expensive.

Heat dissipation aluminum material

Generally speaking, the heat dissipation aluminum components made of common aluminum alloy materials are relatively inexpensive. However, heat dissipation aluminum components made of high-purity and high-performance aluminum alloy materials and processed through special techniques, such as anodizing, to enhance heat dissipation efficiency and corrosion resistance, will be significantly more expensive.

Light Poles and Accessories

The proportion of light poles and accessories in the overall price of 60W solar street lights is approximately 10% to 15%. Factors such as material, powder coating process and wind resistance grade have a significant impact on the price of street lights and also occupy a certain proportion in the overall price composition.

Material of light pole

At present, the common materials for light poles in the market include hot-dip galvanized steel and aluminum alloy, etc. Hot-dip galvanized steel has high strength and good corrosion resistance, and its price is relatively moderate.

Powder coating process

light poles that have undergone high-quality powder coating treatment will cost about 5 to 10 US dollars more than those that have undergone ordinary powder coating treatment. This is because high-quality powder coating requires the selection of better powder materials and has higher demands on spraying equipment and processes, thereby increasing costs.

Wind resistance grade

Different wind resistance grades correspond to different design and material requirements, which in turn affect the price of the light pole. Generally speaking, the higher the wind resistance level, the more complex the structural design of the light pole, and thicker steel or stronger aluminum alloy materials need to be used to ensure normal operation in strong wind conditions.

Manual Installation and Supporting Projects

Manual installation and supporting projects account for approximately 15% to 25% of the overall price of 60W solar street lights. They occupy a certain proportion in the overall price and are influenced by various factors.

Dig a pit

Digging pits is one of the basic steps in the installation of solar street lights, and its cost is greatly affected by the geological conditions of the installation site.

Wiring

The length and method of wiring will affect the cost. Shorter wiring length means relatively lower cost, while shorter wiring length means higher cost. High-quality waterproof and sun-proof cables are relatively expensive, while ordinary cables are cheaper.

Transportation cost

The distance of transportation, the choice of transportation mode, as well as the number and volume of street lights will all affect the transportation cost. If the purchase volume is large, full-truckload transportation can be chosen, as this way the unit transportation cost is relatively lower. However, if the purchase volume is small, less-than-truckload transportation or express delivery may be required, and the cost will increase accordingly.

Taxes and fees

Taxes and fees vary depending on the tax policies of different regions and countries. Generally speaking, the proportion of taxes and fees in the overall price of solar street lights may be around 5% to 15%. This part of the fee is collected by the government and is used for public services, infrastructure construction and other aspects.

Warranty and service

Warranty and service are an indispensable part of the price structure of 60W solar street lights. They are closely related to the long-term usage cost of the street lights and the user experience, and also reflect their unique value in the overall price. The warranty period is one of the important indicators for measuring quality guarantee and service. Generally speaking, the longer the warranty period, the higher the risks and costs that suppliers bear, and accordingly, the price of street lights will also increase.

Different Types of 60W Solar Street Lights Price Comparison

All-in-one 60W Solar Street Light Price

The integrated 60W solar street light, with its unique integrated design, has occupied an important position in the solar street light market, especially suitable for specific application scenarios.

In terms of price, the typical wholesale price of an integrated 60W solar street light is approximately US $110 - $180 per piece. This price range mainly depends on the specifications of the battery and the panel. If the configured battery is of ordinary capacity and the panel is of regular power, the price may be at the lower end of this range, for example, around US110 per piece. Such a configuration can usually meet the daily lighting needs of a general courtyard or a small community. When equipped with high-capacity batteries and high-power panels, the price will approach the upper end of the range, reaching around US180 per piece, to meet scenarios with high requirements for lighting duration and brightness.

Split 60W Solar Street Light Price

The split-type 60W solar street light, due to its unique structural design, plays a significant role in many large-scale projects and special scenarios. The typical wholesale price or project price of the split-type 60W solar street light is US 170-250 per piece or higher. In this price structure, apart from the cost of the basic components of street lights, stronger batteries and brackets are important factors contributing to the price increase. To meet the demands of tall poles and large-capacity batteries, split-type solar street lights are usually equipped with high-performance batteries, such as lithium iron phosphate batteries. Although they are relatively expensive, they have the advantages of high energy density and long cycle life, which can ensure the long-term stable operation of street lights in complex environments. In addition, to support the heavier light body and battery box, the bracket needs to have higher strength and stability, which also increases the cost.

The Price of 60W Solar Street Lights for Engineering Grade

High-end brand or engineering-grade 60W solar street lights, with their outstanding performance and comprehensive services, have demonstrated unique value in large-scale projects and government engineering works. This type of street light is usually equipped with remote monitoring functions. Through Internet of Things technology, managers can monitor the working status of the street lights in real time, including battery level, brightness, and fault information, etc. Once a street light malfunctions, the system can promptly issue an alarm and locate the fault position, significantly enhancing maintenance efficiency.

A warranty of more than five years is also a major highlight of this type of street light. A longer warranty period not only reflects the brand's confidence in product quality but also provides customers with long-term protection.

Compared with ordinary products, high-end brand/engineering-grade 60W solar street lights will have a significant price increase. Because it incorporates advanced technology and high-quality services, its price may be 1.5 to 2 times that of ordinary products. In some government-led urban lighting projects, the quality, stability and service requirements for street lights are extremely high. Although high-end brand/engineering-grade solar street lights are relatively expensive, they can meet the strict requirements of the project, ensuring the smooth implementation and long-term operation of the project. In the long run, they have a higher cost performance.

The Price Differences of 60W Solar Street Lights in Different Regions

In the global solar street light market, the price differences among different regions are quite significant, which is mainly influenced by a combination of factors such as tariffs, transportation, and local installation fees.
 

Category

Africa (Kenya)

Southeast Asia

Latin America (Brazil)

Regional Import Duties

10% to 30%

5% to 20%

20% to 50%

Transportation Costs

Relatively high, 50 to 100 US dollars per light (long-distance sea transportation)

Relatively low, 30 to 60 US dollars per light (varies by labor cost; geographically close to China)

Higher, 40 to 120 US dollars per light (transoceanic; depends on regional infrastructure)

Installation Fees

Not specified

Included in cost factors affecting prices

Not specified

Price Features/Explanations

Local retail or project price is approximately 1.5 times the price in China; pushed up by tariffs and transportation costs

Ranges from 80 to 150 US dollars per light (higher in countries like Singapore with high costs); affected by tariffs, transportation, installation costs; driven by increased infrastructure demand

Imported solar street light prices are significantly higher than the place of origin due to high tariffs and transportation costs

 

When purchasing solar street lights, the purchasing business must take into account factors such as tariffs, transportation, and local installation fees in the budget. When conducting international procurement, it is necessary to understand the tariff policies of the target region in advance, negotiate the transportation methods and cost sharing issues with suppliers, and at the same time conduct research on the local installation market to obtain accurate installation cost information, so as to ensure the accuracy and controllability of the procurement cost.

FAQ

Q1: How much is a 60W solar street light approximately?

A1: The price range of 60W solar street lights is quite wide, usually between US100 and 500 per piece. The specific price is influenced by multiple factors.

Q2: Which is more practical, the integrated type or the split type?

A2: When making a choice, it should be based on the specific scene requirements. If you pursue convenient installation and suitability for small places, integrated solar street lights are more practical. If it is used in large-scale projects and there are requirements for battery capacity and pole height, split-type solar street lights are more suitable.

Q3: Is there any discount for purchasing a large quantity of 60W solar street lights?

A3: Generally speaking, there are discounts for bulk purchases of 60W solar street lights. The specific discount range depends on factors such as supply volume and payment terms. The larger the purchase volume, the higher the discount may be. The payment terms will also affect the discount. If payment is made by telegraphic transfer (T/T), the discount may be relatively small. By using the letter of credit (L/C) payment method, as it reduces the supplier's risk of collection, a more favorable discount may be obtained.

Q4: What is the usual warranty period?

A4: The standard warranty period for the 60W solar street lights provided by our company is three years. During these three years, for any malfunctions caused by product quality issues, we will offer free repair or replacement services.




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