Solar Savings Calculator for Athens, GA
Homeowners in Athens pay an average of $148/month for electricity through Georgia Power. With 4.8 peak sun hours per day, solar panels can significantly reduce your energy costs.
$148
Avg Monthly Bill
13.8¢/kWh
Electricity Rate
4.8h/day
Peak Sun Hours
$47,221
Est. 25-Year Savings
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Your Estimated Solar Savings
System Size
7.6 kW
Panel Count
19 panels
Total System Cost
$20,900
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$6,270
Net Cost
$14,630
Annual Savings
$1,776
Payback Period
8.2 years
25-Year Savings
$47,221
Return on Investment
323%
* Estimates based on 4.8 peak sun hours/day in Athens, GA, system cost of $2.75/watt, 30% federal ITC, 3% annual electricity inflation, and 0.5% annual panel degradation over 25 years. Actual results may vary.
Local Solar Details for Athens
Utility & Permits
- Utility Company
- Georgia Power
- Permit Cost
- $275
- Permit Timeline
- 2-3 weeks
- Net Metering
- none
System Estimates
- Recommended Size
- 7.6 kW
- Panel Count
- 19 panels
- Gross Cost
- $20,900
- Net Cost (after credits)
- $14,630
Available Incentives for Athens, GA
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.
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