Solar Savings Calculator for Vermont

Vermont homeowners pay an average of $140/month for electricity at 21.5¢/kWh. With 3.8 peak sun hours per day, solar can dramatically cut your energy costs.

$140
Avg Monthly Bill
21.5¢/kWh
Electricity Rate
3.8h/day
Peak Sun Hours
$46,118
Est. 25-Year Savings

Calculate Your Savings in Vermont

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Your Estimated Solar Savings

System Size
6 kW
Panel Count
15 panels
Total System Cost
$17,700
Federal Tax Credit (30%)
-$5,310
Net Cost
$12,390
Annual Savings
$1,680
Payback Period
7.4 years
25-Year Savings
$46,118
Return on Investment
372%

* Estimates based on 3.8 peak sun hours/day in Vermont, system cost of $2.95/watt, 30% federal ITC, 3% annual electricity inflation, and 0.5% annual panel degradation over 25 years. Actual results may vary.

Solar Incentives in Vermont

Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)

Reduces federal income tax liability by 30% of the total cost of a solar energy system, including equipment and installation.

30% of system cost

Cities in Vermont

Select your city for a more precise estimate with local electricity rates and utility information.

Burlington

21¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $142/mo · Burlington Electric Department

South Burlington

21.5¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $145/mo · Green Mountain Power

Rutland

22¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $140/mo · Green Mountain Power

Barre

21.5¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $135/mo · Green Mountain Power

Montpelier

22¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $138/mo · Green Mountain Power

St. Albans

21.5¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $135/mo · Vermont Electric Cooperative

More Solar Resources for Vermont

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