Cost of solar in Whittier, CA
Electricity Consumption in Whittier
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 Whittier, California
Whitties residents and business owners are eligible for SCE net metering program. Net metering makes your utility monitor how much power your solar system sends them and how much power is drawn from their grid and only bill you for the net of these two amounts. Net metering in California works like a 1kWh for 1kWh system. Especially with such great sunshine more power is sent to the grid than drawn and the utility can either write you a check or give you a credit on a future bill it's your choice. With the new NEM-2 net metering rules new solar customers must switch to time of use billing which does reduce returns by about 10% although, with equipment becoming cheaper and excellent sun exposure solar is still an amazing investment. There is also the 30% federal solar tax credit covering 30% of the total system cost and may be spread over several years. With many trying to kill of these incentives the time to act is now!
Even if you are not convinced about solar we recommend that at the very least you use the solar panel calculator 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 Whittier and whether you are eligible for zero down solar deals; and
- Your likely payback period and return on investment from installing solar
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The average cost of installing residential solar panels in Whittier, California in 2018 is $3.63 per watt. The average system size in the US is 6 kilowatts, which means the average price of a solar system in Whittier, CA is $18,150. (before claiming 30% tax credit and other rebates)
What does the cost of a real solar system look like?
Facts about installing a 3.12kW solar system in Whittier, CA
This system would offset 100% of your energy usage if your typical monthly bill is $71, however your situation may vary so try our solar calculator to get a result tailored to you.
$8,649
Net cost of system
Cash - after 30% solar tax credit
8 Years 6 Months
Average payback time
4,681
kWh
Annual power production
7¢
/kWh
levilized cost of solar energy
32¢
/kWh
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The forecast average utility price over the next 25 years
Cash flow graph based on cash purchase of this 3.12kW system
Life-time savings on this system over the next 25 years
$25,398
(Prices shown after repayments of capital)
Solar companies in Whittier, 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 30% solar tax credit |
Financed purchase After 30% solar tax credit |
|---|---|---|
| 3kw | $8,337 | $9,004 |
| 4kw | $10,808 | $11,673 |
| 5kw | $13,125 | $14,175 |
| 6kw | $15,246 | $16,466 |
| 7kw | $17,248 | $18,628 |
| 8kw | $19,096 | $20,624 |
| 9kw | $20,727 | $22,385 |
| 10kw | $22,260 | $24,041 |
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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 |
| LADWP - Solar Incentive Program | Utility | Rebate Program |
Find your local rebates and incentives
Please keep in mind that the best source of up-to-date information on incentives are the solar installers who specialize in your area.