Cost of solar in Stockton, CA
Electricity Consumption in Stockton
Electricity Consumption by California residents averages 573 kWh per month. It ranks #2 in the nation for savings from installing solar panels on the home.
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Solar power in Stockton, California
PG&E offer their Stockton customers net metering giving you 1 for 1 credit with their retail power price for power your solar system exports to the grid. Excess energy after covering your bill is carried to future months at the same value. At the end of the yearly billing cycle each kWh is credited at 3-4 cents per kWh and deposited into your account. The best aspect of net metering is that most homeowners aren't home during the day using power meaning more credit is received from PG&E.
The federal ITC allows for 30% of the system costs to be claimed as a deduction to federal income taxes. The federal tax credit can be spread over several years to better suit anyones financial situation. Going solar in Stockton is a no brainer and with incentives set to decline and electric prices set to go up it's best not to wait. Even if you aren't convinced a free estimate by entering your zip code below can never hurt.
Even if you are not convinced about solar we recommend that at the very least you use the solar panel calculator for Stockton to find out:
- How many solar panels you need to cover your power bill;
- How suitable your house is for solar;
- What incentives your house may be eligible for;
- The cost of solar panel installation in Stockton and whether you are eligible for zero down solar deals; and
- Your likely payback period and return on investment from installing solar
Estimate your solar savings
The average cost of installing residential solar panels in Stockton, California in 2020 is $2.72 per watt. The average system size in the US is 6 kilowatts, which means the average price of a solar system in Stockton, CA is $13,600. (before claiming 26% tax credit and other rebates)
What does the cost of a real solar system look like?
Facts about installing a 8.28kW solar system in Stockton, CA
This system would offset 100% of your energy usage if your typical monthly bill is $254, however your situation may vary so try our Stockton solar calculator to get a result tailored to you.
$15,931
Net cost of system
Cash - after 26% solar tax credit
4 Years 9 Months
Average payback time
12,095
kWh
Annual power production
5¢
/kWh
levilized cost of solar energy
45¢
/kWh
If you don't get solar
The forecast average utility price over the next 25 years
Cash flow graph based on cash purchase of this 8.28kW system
Life-time savings on this system over the next 25 years
$112,684
(Prices shown after repayments of capital)
Solar companies in Stockton, CA that provide pricing through the Solar-Estimate marketplace
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Average total cost of solar panel installation in California
| System Size | Cash purchase After 26% solar tax credit |
Financed purchase After 26% solar tax credit |
|---|---|---|
| 3kw | $6,416 | $6,929 |
| 4kw | $8,377 | $9,047 |
| 5kw | $10,286 | $11,109 |
| 6kw | $12,077 | $13,043 |
| 7kw | $13,831 | $14,937 |
| 8kw | $15,451 | $16,687 |
| 9kw | $17,050 | $18,414 |
| 10kw | $18,500 | $19,980 |
Going solar in California
Check out all of the ways energy providers of California can help you be more energy efficient and save money.
The following programs are available:
| Incentive Name | Eligibility | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Renewable Energy Tax Credit | Federal | Personal Tax Credit |
| Property Tax Exclusion for Solar Energy Systems | State | Property Tax Incentive |
| Sonoma County - Energy Independence Program | Local | PACE Financing |
| NEM 2.0 | State | Net Metering |
Please keep in mind that the best source of up-to-date information on incentives are the solar installers who specialize in your area.