Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in Houston
System Size
8.7 kW
Annual Production
14,175 kWh
Gross System Cost
$23,838
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$7,152
State Incentive
-$1,000
Net Cost
$15,687
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
13,041 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityCenterpoint Energy
Net Metering PolicyAvoided Cost
Compensation RateWholesale rate
Capacity LimitNone
Electricity Rate$0.103/kWh
Peak Sun Hours5.6 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 Houston?
Solar in Houston, Texas costs approximately $23,838 for a 8.7 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $15,687.
What is the solar payback period in Houston?
The estimated payback period for solar in Houston is 10.7 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 5.6 hrs/day.
Does Centerpoint Energy offer net metering?
Centerpoint Energy offers Avoided Cost net metering. Wholesale rate.