Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Metairie
System Size
10 kW
Annual Production
15,208 kWh
Gross System Cost
$27,544
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$8,263
State Incentive
-$12,500
Net Cost
$6,781
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
13,992 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityEntergy Louisiana
Net Metering PolicyFull Retail
Compensation RateFull retail rate
Capacity Limit25 kW limit
Electricity Rate$0.096/kWh
Peak Sun Hours5.2 hrs/day
Available Incentives
30%
Federal ITC — Deduct 30% of your system cost from federal taxes. Available through 2032.
$12,500
Louisiana State Incentive — Louisiana offers a 50% state tax credit up to $12,500.
Common Questions
How much does solar cost in Metairie?
Solar in Metairie, Louisiana costs approximately $27,544 for a 10 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $6,781.
What is the solar payback period in Metairie?
The estimated payback period for solar in Metairie is 4.6 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 5.2 hrs/day.
Does Entergy Louisiana offer net metering?
Entergy Louisiana offers Full Retail net metering. Full retail rate.