Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Dallas
System Size
8 kW
Annual Production
12,920 kWh
Gross System Cost
$22,124
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$6,637
State Incentive
-$1,000
Net Cost
$14,487
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
11,887 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityOncor
Net Metering PolicyAvoided Cost
Compensation RateWholesale rate
Capacity LimitNone
Electricity Rate$0.113/kWh
Peak Sun Hours5.5 hrs/day
Available Incentives
30%
Federal ITC — Deduct 30% of your system cost from federal taxes. Available through 2032.
$1,000
Texas State Incentive — Texas offers a property tax exemption for the added home value from solar.
Common Questions
How much does solar cost in Dallas?
Solar in Dallas, Texas costs approximately $22,124 for a 8 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $14,487.
What is the solar payback period in Dallas?
The estimated payback period for solar in Dallas is 9.9 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 5.5 hrs/day.
Does Oncor offer net metering?
Oncor offers Avoided Cost net metering. Wholesale rate.