Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in New Orleans
System Size
10.7 kW
Annual Production
16,222 kWh
Gross System Cost
$29,380
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$8,814
State Incentive
-$12,500
Net Cost
$8,066
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
14,924 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$0.090/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 New Orleans?
Solar in New Orleans, Louisiana costs approximately $29,380 for a 10.7 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $8,066.
What is the solar payback period in New Orleans?
The estimated payback period for solar in New Orleans is 5.5 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.