Cost & Savings Breakdown
Based on $150/month electric bill in San Antonio
System Size
7.3 kW
Annual Production
12,373 kWh
Gross System Cost
$20,091
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$6,027
State Incentive
-$1,000
Net Cost
$13,063
Monthly Savings
$122
CO₂ Offset/yr
11,383 lbs
25-Year Savings Projection
Utility & Net Metering
Local UtilityCPS Energy
Net Metering PolicyAvoided Cost
Compensation RateAvoided cost rate
Capacity LimitNone
Electricity Rate$0.118/kWh
Peak Sun Hours5.8 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 San Antonio?
Solar in San Antonio, Texas costs approximately $20,091 for a 7.3 kW system. After the 30% federal tax credit, your net cost is about $13,063.
What is the solar payback period in San Antonio?
The estimated payback period for solar in San Antonio is 8.9 years, based on a $150/month electric bill and local sun hours of 5.8 hrs/day.
Does CPS Energy offer net metering?
CPS Energy offers Avoided Cost net metering. Avoided cost rate.