How much can you save with solar?
Enter your state and monthly electric bill — get a 25-year savings estimate, system size, and payback period in seconds.
Estimate your solar savings
Two quick inputs. We use your state's real electricity rate and sun hours.
Solar savings by state
Electricity rates, sun hours, and incentives vary a lot by state. See your local estimate:
How the estimate works
We turn your monthly bill into annual energy use, size a system to cover it using your state's average peak sun hours, then apply the national average installed cost of $3.00/watt and the 30% federal tax credit. Lifetime savings assume a 3%/yr utility rate increase and normal panel degradation.
It's a transparent ballpark — not a binding quote. For exact numbers, compare local installer quotes.
Why go solar now?
The 30% federal Investment Tax Credit is available through 2032. Electricity prices have risen faster than inflation in most states, so locking in your own generation hedges against future rate hikes.
Solar guides
Honest, jargon-free reads to help you decide.
Do Solar Panels Increase Home Value? (2026 Data)
Solar panels typically raise a home's value by about 4%, and owned systems sell faster. Here's what the research shows and the catch with leased panels.
Is Solar Worth It in 2026? An Honest Breakdown
Solar pays off for most US homeowners in 2026 — but not all. Here's how to tell whether panels are worth it for your home, in plain numbers.
How Long Do Solar Panels Last?
Most solar panels last 25–30+ years and come with a 25-year performance warranty. Here's how panel degradation works and what wears out first.