Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in El Paso
System Size
6.6 kW
Annual Production
11,967 kWh
Gross System Cost
$18,178
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$5,453
State Incentive
-$1,000
Net Cost
$11,725
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
11,010 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityEl Paso Electric
Net Metering PolicyModified Net Metering
Compensation RateAvoided cost rate
Capacity LimitNo overall limit
Electricity Rate$0.122/kWh
Peak Sun Hours6.2 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 El Paso?
Solar in El Paso, Texas costs approximately $18,178 for a 6.6 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $11,725.
What is the solar payback period in El Paso?
The estimated payback period for solar in El Paso is 8 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 6.2 hrs/day.
Does El Paso Electric offer net metering?
El Paso Electric offers Modified Net Metering net metering. Avoided cost rate.