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Solar Payback Calculator

Federal ITC, state incentives, net metering rules, and electricity inflation — all combined for a real payback estimate.

Payback years

Net cost
Year-1 savings
25-year savings

FAQ

Federal ITC for 2026? +
30% through 2032, then 26% in 2033, 22% in 2034. Battery storage also qualifies if 3 kWh+.
Should I include net metering? +
Yes — assume 100% credit if you have 1:1 net metering. Cut to 60-70% for net billing states.