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Quick estimate · National average
System cost (8 kW)$24,000
After 30% federal ITC$16,800
Annual electricity savings$1,540/yr
Payback period10.9 yrs
25-year net profit$21,700
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Solar panels

12 calculators
Solar Savings
Annual $ savings from your roof
Payback Period
Years until panels pay for themselves
Solar ROI
25-year return on investment
System Size
How many panels and kW you need
Tax Credit (ITC)
Federal 30% credit + state credits
Net Metering
Credits for power you sell back
Solar Output
Daily and annual kWh production
Solar Loan
Monthly payment and interest
Lease vs Buy
True 25-year cost comparison
PPA vs Buy
Power purchase agreement analysis
Off-Grid Solar
Full energy independence sizing
Solar + EV Savings
Combined solar and EV savings

Battery storage

5 calculators
Battery Storage
Capacity needed and payback
Powerwall ROI
Is a Tesla Powerwall worth it?
Battery Bank Size
DIY battery bank sizing guide
Self-Consumption
Solar used vs exported to grid
Time-of-Use Savings
Peak vs off-peak rate savings

Electric vehicles

5 calculators
EV vs Gas Cost
True annual fuel cost comparison
EV Charging Cost
Monthly home charging cost
EV Road Trip
Total charging cost for any trip
Charger Install Cost
Level 2 home charger total cost
Battery Degradation
Range loss over time by model

Home energy

7 calculators
Heat Pump Savings
vs gas furnace annual savings
Heat Pump Water Heater
Savings vs electric water heater
Home Energy Cost
Cost by appliance and usage
Insulation Savings
Heating and cooling savings
Smart Thermostat
Annual HVAC savings
LED Lighting Savings
Replace incandescent bulbs
IRA Rebate
Inflation Reduction Act eligibility

Specialty & commercial

5 calculators
Commercial Solar ROI
Business solar with MACRS
Agricultural Solar
Farm solar and USDA REAP grant
Wind Turbine
Home and farm wind energy output
Carbon Footprint
Home energy and transport CO₂
CO₂ Offset
Carbon savings from solar
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2026 federal ITC included
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Solar Data by State

Find your state's numbers

Electricity rates, peak sun hours and incentives vary widely. Select your state for a precise calculation.

AL
Alabama
13.4¢ 5.3h
$1659/yr est.
AK
Alaska
23.4¢ 3.1h
$1482/yr est.
AZ
Arizona
13.2¢ 6.5h
$2505/yr est.
AR
Arkansas
11.9¢ 5h
$1389/yr est.
CA
California
29.4¢ 5.8h
$3485/yr est.
CO
Colorado
14.2¢ 5.5h
$1824/yr est.
CT
Connecticut
24.8¢ 4.2h
$2433/yr est.
DE
Delaware
14.8¢ 4.5h
$1555/yr est.
FL
Florida
13.5¢ 5.7h
$2022/yr est.
GA
Georgia
13¢ 5.2h
$1776/yr est.
HI
Hawaii
40.8¢ 6h
$4288/yr est.
ID
Idaho
11¢ 5h
$1284/yr est.

¢ = avg electricity rate (¢/kWh) h = peak sun hours/day est. = estimated annual solar savings

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Every other solar calculator we found was built to collect your phone number for an installer. We built these because real homeowners making real financial decisions deserve accurate tools — not lead generation funnels.

  • Uses EIA electricity rate data and NREL sun hour data for every US state
  • Includes 2026 federal 30% ITC and all major state incentives
  • Results update instantly as you adjust any input — no page reloads
  • Zero ads that track you, zero data sold, zero signup required
  • Methodology is transparent — every formula is documented
About our methodology →
Data sourced from
EIA
U.S. Energy Information Administration
NREL
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
IRS
IRS Publication 5695 — ITC guidelines
SEIA
Solar Energy Industries Association
DSIRE
Database of State Incentives for Renewables
Guides

Learn before you buy

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Guide10 min read

Are Solar Panels Worth It in 2026? (Honest US Guide)

Are solar panels worth it in 2026? Most US homeowners see 7–12 year payback and $45,000+ lifetime …

Guide10 min read

How Long Do Solar Panels Last? (Lifespan & Warranty 2026)

How much do solar panels cost in 2026? Typical 8 kW system runs $24,000 before incentives, $16,800 …

Guide9 min read

How Long Until Solar Panels Pay for Themselves? (2026)

Solar panel payback period: national average ~9.3 years. See fastest and slowest states in 2026.

Guide8 min read

How Many kW Solar System for a 1-Story House? (2026 Real-World Sizing Guide)

How many solar panels for 1-story house? Typical US system: 18–22 panels (8.0 kW), $16,800 after the …

Guide8 min read

How Many Solar Panels Do I Need? (2026 Sizing Guide)

How many solar panels do you need? Average US home: 20–24 panels (8.0 kW). 2026 sizing guide with …

Guide9 min read

How Many Solar Panels Fit on a 1,000 sq ft Roof? (2026 Layout Guide)

How many solar panels for 1,000 sq ft roof? Typical US system: 8–13 panels (3.6 kW), $7,600 after …

Common questions

US solar & energy FAQ

Direct answers on savings, the federal tax credit, and our free calculators.

A typical 8 kW US rooftop system costs about $24,000 before incentives and $16,800 after the 30% federal Investment Tax Credit. Most homeowners save $1,200–$2,000 per year on electricity, with 25-year net savings often exceeding $20,000 depending on state rates and sun exposure.

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