Solar Savings Calculator for Tucson, AZ

Homeowners in Tucson pay an average of $160/month for electricity through Tucson Electric Power. With 6.5 peak sun hours per day, solar panels can significantly reduce your energy costs.

$160
Avg Monthly Bill
13.8¢/kWh
Electricity Rate
6.5h/day
Peak Sun Hours
$59,846
Est. 25-Year Savings

Calculate Your Savings in Tucson

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Your Estimated Solar Savings

System Size
6 kW
Panel Count
15 panels
Total System Cost
$15,600
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$4,680
State Tax Credit (25%)
-$3,900
Net Cost
$7,020
Annual Savings
$1,920
Payback Period
3.7 years
25-Year Savings
$59,846
Return on Investment
853%

* Estimates based on 6.5 peak sun hours/day in Tucson, AZ, system cost of $2.6/watt, 30% federal ITC, 25% state tax credit, 3% annual electricity inflation, and 0.5% annual panel degradation over 25 years. Actual results may vary.

Local Solar Details for Tucson

Utility & Permits

Utility Company
Tucson Electric Power
Permit Cost
$300
Permit Timeline
2-3 weeks
Net Metering
partial

System Estimates

Recommended Size
6 kW
Panel Count
15 panels
Gross Cost
$15,600
Net Cost (after credits)
$7,020

Available Incentives for Tucson, AZ

Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)

Reduces federal income tax liability by 30% of the total cost of a solar energy system, including equipment and installation.

30% of system cost

Arizona Residential Solar Tax Credit

State income tax credit for residential solar installations.

25% of cost, up to $1,000

Arizona Solar Property Tax Exemption

Solar equipment is exempt from property tax assessments.

100% property tax exemption

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