Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Manhattan
System Size
7.6 kW
Annual Production
10,815 kWh
Gross System Cost
$21,920
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$6,576
State Incentive
-$500
Net Cost
$14,844
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
9,950 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityEvergy
Net Metering PolicyFull Retail
Compensation RateFull retail rate
Capacity LimitNo overall limit
Electricity Rate$0.135/kWh
Peak Sun Hours4.9 hrs/day
Available Incentives
30%
Federal ITC — Deduct 30% of your system cost from federal taxes. Available through 2032.
$500
Kansas State Incentive — Kansas offers a property tax exemption for solar installations.
Common Questions
How much does solar cost in Manhattan?
Solar in Manhattan, Kansas costs approximately $21,920 for a 7.6 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $14,844.
What is the solar payback period in Manhattan?
The estimated payback period for solar in Manhattan is 10.2 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 4.9 hrs/day.
Does Evergy offer net metering?
Evergy offers Full Retail net metering. Full retail rate.