Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Kalispell
System Size
11.2 kW
Annual Production
13,774 kWh
Gross System Cost
$34,816
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$10,445
State Incentive
-$500
Net Cost
$23,871
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
12,672 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityNorthWestern Energy
Net Metering PolicyFull Retail
Compensation RateFull retail rate
Capacity LimitNo overall limit
Electricity Rate$0.106/kWh
Peak Sun Hours4.2 hrs/day
Available Incentives
30%
Federal ITC — Deduct 30% of your system cost from federal taxes. Available through 2032.
$500
Montana State Incentive — Montana offers a $500 tax credit for residential solar.
Common Questions
How much does solar cost in Kalispell?
Solar in Kalispell, Montana costs approximately $34,816 for a 11.2 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $23,871.
What is the solar payback period in Kalispell?
The estimated payback period for solar in Kalispell is 16.4 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 4.2 hrs/day.
Does NorthWestern Energy offer net metering?
NorthWestern Energy offers Full Retail net metering. Full retail rate.