Is Solar Worth It in Wilmington, NC?

A data-driven analysis based on Wilmington's electricity rates, sun exposure, and available incentives.

Yes, Solar Is Worth It in Wilmington

With a 7.7-year payback and 355% ROI, solar is an excellent investment in Wilmington.

7.7 years
Payback Period
$48,243
25-Year Savings
355%
Return on Investment
$13,608
Net System Cost
$148
Monthly Savings
$1,776
Annual Savings
7.2 kW
System Size
$778
Home Value Boost

Why Solar Works in Wilmington

  • +Excellent sun exposure (5 peak hours/day)
  • +Full net metering — get retail credit for excess energy
  • +SRECs available — earn additional income from solar production
  • +Estimated $778 increase in home value
  • +30% federal tax credit reduces upfront cost significantly
  • +Protection against future electricity rate increases (avg 3%/year)

Considerations

No significant drawbacks for solar in Wilmington.

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