How long does solar take to pay off in Santa Maria, CA?

About 5.6 years for a 5.9 kW system at 25.8 cents/kWh.

Is solar worth it in Santa Maria?

Pacific Gas & Electric Co. averages 25.8¢/kWh. With 6.1 peak sun hours a day, a typical 5.9 kW system makes ~10,443 kWh a year and saves about $2,690 in year one.

5.6years to pay off

Electric rate25.8¢per kWh

Peak sun6.1hrs/day

System5.9 kW≈$16,225

25-yr net$81,844after cost

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