How long does solar take to pay off in Asheville, NC?

About 11.2 years for a 7.6 kW system at 15.5 cents/kWh.

Is solar worth it in Asheville?

Duke Energy Progress - (NC) averages 15.5¢/kWh. With 4.6 peak sun hours a day, a typical 7.6 kW system makes ~10,298 kWh a year and saves about $1,601 in year one.

11.2years to pay off

Electric rate15.5¢per kWh

Peak sun4.6hrs/day

System7.6 kW≈$20,900

25-yr net$37,466after cost

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