Solar Savings Calculator

    Get a high-level estimate of what solar might look like for your home. These numbers are based on a $0.33/kWh utility rate with a 3% annual increase, and a standard $3/watt installation.

    System Requirements

    Locate your home and input your average electric bill.

    Drag to adjust your bill$150
    $50$800+

    Estimated System Size

    4.7 kW

    Estimated Annual Production

    5,455 kWh

    What the Numbers Mean

    Estimated Monthly Payment

    $113/mo

    Current Electric Bill

    $150/mo

    Gross System Cost$15,605
    MA State Tax Credit-$1,000
    Net System Cost$14,605
    10-Year SMART Income+$1,636

    25-Year Electric Cost (No Solar)

    $65,627

    Assumes current $0.33/kWh rate increasing 3% annually.

    25-Year Solar Savings

    $33,476

    Total savings after all payments and incentives.

    *Loan estimate assumes a 7.99% APR over 25 years with no early payment penalties. Payment shown is the "Target Payment" assuming you apply your state tax credit to the loan balance within the first 18 months.

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