Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Olathe
System Size
8.4 kW
Annual Production
11,774 kWh
Gross System Cost
$24,362
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$7,308
State Incentive
-$500
Net Cost
$16,553
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
10,832 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityEvergy
Net Metering PolicyFull Retail
Compensation RateFull retail rate
Capacity LimitNo overall limit
Electricity Rate$0.124/kWh
Peak Sun Hours4.8 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 Olathe?
Solar in Olathe, Kansas costs approximately $24,362 for a 8.4 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $16,553.
What is the solar payback period in Olathe?
The estimated payback period for solar in Olathe is 11.3 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 4.8 hrs/day.
Does Evergy offer net metering?
Evergy offers Full Retail net metering. Full retail rate.