Solar Panel Payback & ROI Calculator

Estimate payback period and return on investment for grid-tied solar installations.

Analyze system costs, incentives, production, and utility rates to determine solar payback period and long-term savings.

Key Features

Preset Scenario

Total System Cost ($)

Upfront Incentives ($)

Federal Tax Credit (30%)

Average Monthly Bill ($)

Annual Consumption (kWh)

Average Price per kWh ($)

Annual Solar Production (kWh)

Self-Consumption Rate (75%)

Export Rate per kWh ($)

Electricity Inflation (2.5%)

Panel Degradation (0.5%)

System Lifespan (years)

Annual Maintenance Cost ($)

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