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Solar Panel Cost in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Local pricing, savings, and net metering data for Colorado Springs homeowners.

$1,460
Annual Savings
8.4 yrs
Payback Period
$12,271
Net Cost
$37,600
25-Year Savings

Cost & Savings Breakdown

Based on $150/month electric bill in Colorado Springs

System Size
6.2 kW
Annual Production
9,932 kWh
Gross System Cost
$18,244
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$5,473
State Incentive
-$500
Net Cost
$12,271
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
9,137 lbs

25-Year Savings Projection

-$11k$1k$13k$25k$38kBreakeven yr 8$38kyr 1yr 5yr 10yr 15yr 20yr 25

Utility & Net Metering

Local UtilityColorado Springs Utilities
Net Metering PolicyFull Retail
Compensation RateFull retail rate
Capacity LimitNo overall limit
Electricity Rate$0.147/kWh
Peak Sun Hours5.5 hrs/day

Available Incentives

30%
Federal ITC — Deduct 30% of your system cost from federal taxes. Available through 2032.
$500
Colorado State IncentiveColorado offers sales tax exemption on solar equipment.
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Common Questions

How much does solar cost in Colorado Springs?

Solar in Colorado Springs, Colorado costs approximately $18,244 for a 6.2 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $12,271.

What is the solar payback period in Colorado Springs?

The estimated payback period for solar in Colorado Springs is 8.4 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 5.5 hrs/day.

Does Colorado Springs Utilities offer net metering?

Colorado Springs Utilities offers Full Retail net metering. Full retail rate.

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