Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Fort Worth
System Size
7.6 kW
Annual Production
12,167 kWh
Gross System Cost
$20,833
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$6,250
State Incentive
-$1,000
Net Cost
$13,583
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
11,193 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityOncor
Net Metering PolicyAvoided Cost
Compensation RateWholesale rate
Capacity LimitNone
Electricity Rate$0.120/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 Fort Worth?
Solar in Fort Worth, Texas costs approximately $20,833 for a 7.6 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $13,583.
What is the solar payback period in Fort Worth?
The estimated payback period for solar in Fort Worth is 9.3 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.