Florida Solar Savings Calculator
Pick your electric company and enter your monthly bill to see a likely system size, price range, first-year savings and payback for your Florida home. No email or phone number needed.
Solar Near Me is a Florida solar brokerage that helps homeowners compare vetted installation partners, review proposals, and choose the right solar solution.
Estimated 25-year savings after paying for the system:
Estimates only, not a quote. We assume Florida's typical 2026 price of about $2.13 per watt, about 1,400 kWh a year from each kW of panels, rates rising 3% a year and panels losing 0.5% a year. Utilities marked as using the Florida average rate are estimated at 14 cents per kWh. Your real price depends on your roof, your usage and the equipment you pick.
Key Takeaways
- Most Florida homes need about 12 to 16 kW of panels to cover their yearly power use.
- Typical 2026 prices run about $2.13 per watt before incentives, with no federal tax credit for homeowners who buy.
- With bills of $150 to $300 a month, payback usually lands between 9 and 13 years.
- Higher electric rates mean bigger savings, so Duke Energy and Tampa Electric homes often save more per kWh than FPL homes.
How Much Can Solar Save in Florida?
What the Calculator Assumes
- A system sized to cover about all of your yearly power use, between 3 and 25 kW.
- About 1,400 kWh a year from each kW of panels, which is typical for a sunny Florida roof.
- Prices of about $2.13 per watt, shown as a range 15% above and below.
- Rates rising 3% a year and panels losing 0.5% of their output each year.
- About $30 a month you still pay your utility for basic service, even with solar.
For a full price breakdown, read how much solar panels cost in Florida. To find an installer near you, start with the best solar companies in Florida or go back to the Solar Near Me home page.
Solar Savings Questions, Answered
How accurate is this solar calculator?
It gives a planning estimate based on typical Florida prices and sunlight. Your real numbers depend on your roof direction, shade, usage and the equipment and price in your quote. A written quote for your home is the only exact answer.
How long does solar take to pay for itself in Florida?
For most Florida homes that pay upfront, about 9 to 13 years. Higher bills, higher electric rates and good sun shorten that time.
Do I still get an electric bill with solar?
Yes. You still pay your utility a monthly base charge and for any power you use beyond what your panels make. Many Florida solar homes pay around $30 a month or less.
Is there a federal tax credit for solar in 2026?
No. The federal tax credit for homeowners who buy solar ended after 2025, so this calculator does not include it. Florida still has no sales tax on solar and does not raise your property tax for adding panels.
Should I replace my roof before going solar?
If your roof is more than 15 years old, it is usually smarter to replace it first, so the panels do not have to come off later. Ask installers to check your roof as part of the quote.
