Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Columbia
System Size
10.2 kW
Annual Production
14,600 kWh
Gross System Cost
$29,592
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$8,878
State Incentive
-$500
Net Cost
$20,214
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
13,432 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityAmeren Missouri
Net Metering PolicyFull Retail
Compensation RateFull retail rate
Capacity LimitNo overall limit
Electricity Rate$0.100/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
Missouri State Incentive — Missouri offers a property tax exemption for solar installations.
Common Questions
How much does solar cost in Columbia?
Solar in Columbia, Missouri costs approximately $29,592 for a 10.2 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $20,214.
What is the solar payback period in Columbia?
The estimated payback period for solar in Columbia is 13.8 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 4.9 hrs/day.
Does Ameren Missouri offer net metering?
Ameren Missouri offers Full Retail net metering. Full retail rate.