Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Miles City
System Size
8.8 kW
Annual Production
12,586 kWh
Gross System Cost
$27,270
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$8,181
State Incentive
-$500
Net Cost
$18,589
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
11,579 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$0.116/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
Montana State Incentive — Montana offers a $500 tax credit for residential solar.
Common Questions
How much does solar cost in Miles City?
Solar in Miles City, Montana costs approximately $27,270 for a 8.8 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $18,589.
What is the solar payback period in Miles City?
The estimated payback period for solar in Miles City is 12.7 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 4.9 hrs/day.
Does NorthWestern Energy offer net metering?
NorthWestern Energy offers Full Retail net metering. Full retail rate.