Solar Savings Calculator for Cincinnati, OH
Homeowners in Cincinnati pay an average of $140/month for electricity through Duke Energy Ohio. With 4 peak sun hours per day, solar panels can significantly reduce your energy costs.
$140
Avg Monthly Bill
15.5¢/kWh
Electricity Rate
4h/day
Peak Sun Hours
$43,612
Est. 25-Year Savings
Calculate Your Savings in Cincinnati
Adjust Your Details for Cincinnati, OH
$
$50$1,000
50010,000
5¢50¢
Your Estimated Solar Savings
System Size
7.6 kW
Panel Count
19 panels
Total System Cost
$21,280
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$6,384
Net Cost
$14,896
Annual Savings
$1,680
Payback Period
8.9 years
25-Year Savings
$43,612
Return on Investment
293%
* Estimates based on 4 peak sun hours/day in Cincinnati, OH, system cost of $2.8/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 Cincinnati
Utility & Permits
- Utility Company
- Duke Energy Ohio
- Permit Cost
- $350
- Permit Timeline
- 2-4 weeks
- Net Metering
- full
System Estimates
- Recommended Size
- 7.6 kW
- Panel Count
- 19 panels
- Gross Cost
- $21,280
- Net Cost (after credits)
- $14,896
Available Incentives for Cincinnati, OH
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.
Ohio SREC Program
Solar Renewable Energy Credits earned for solar production.
Other Cities in Ohio
More Solar Tools for Cincinnati
Cincinnati Solar IncentivesAll available tax credits and rebatesCincinnati Cost ComparisonSolar vs. grid costs over 25 yearsCincinnati System SizingHow many panels your home needsCincinnati Permits & RegulationsLocal permit requirementsIs Solar Worth It in Cincinnati?Data-driven analysis for your cityCincinnati Financing OptionsCompare loans, leases, and PPAs
Ready to Go Solar in Cincinnati, OH?
Ready to Go Solar in Cincinnati?
Get a free personalized quote for your Cincinnati home. We handle permits, installation, and utility interconnection.
Get Your Free Quote