Fair value for solar

Solar panel cost in Greeley, CO (2026)

A typical Greeley home needs about a 5.9 kW system (~15 panels), costing roughly $17,110 upfront or $16,610 after state incentives. The 30% federal credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025 (a lease/PPA can still pass it through). At 4.87 peak sun hours and Colorado's 14.6¢/kWh rate, it pays back in about 13.6 years and saves an estimated $25,033 over 25 years.

System size
5.9 kW
Net cost
$16,610
Payback
13.6 yrs
25-yr savings
$25,033

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$102
Recommended system
5.9 kW
Est. net cost (cash)
$16,610
Payback period
13.6 yrs
Est. monthly savings
$102
25-year net savings
$24,999
Bill offset
100%
Fair value in GreeleyBased on a 5.9 kW system at $3/W, 4.87 peak sun hours, and a 14.6¢/kWh rate.

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Annual electricity use8,384 kWh
Annual solar production8,390 kWh
Gross system cost$17,110
Federal tax credit (purchase)Ended Dec 2025
State / local incentives– $500
30% via lease/PPA instead~$5,133 value
CO₂ avoided per year3 tons (~50 trees)

Estimates only — not a quote or financial advice. See our methodology.

What makes Greeley different

Greeley (population ~108,795) gets 4.87 peak sun hours per day — that's 6% less sunny than the Colorado average of 5.2. Slightly less local sunlight means panels produce a touch less than the state average, so sizing and orientation matter. Electricity rates, net metering, and incentives are set at the Colorado level: residents pay about 14.6¢/kWh, and full retail net metering + local utility rebates.

City peak sun hours4.87 hrs/day
Recommended system size5.9 kW (~15 panels)
Installed price per watt$3/W
Gross system cost$17,110
Federal tax credit (purchase)Ended Dec 31, 2025
State / local incentives– $500
Net cash cost$16,610
30% credit via lease/PPA~$5,133 value
Annual energy produced8,390 kWh
Estimated year-1 savings$1,225
Payback period13.6 years
25-year net savings$25,033
CO₂ avoided per year3 tons (~50 trees)

Compare with the Colorado state average (5.5 kW, $15,450 net, 12.7-yr payback). Modeled estimates, June 2026 — not a quote. See methodology.

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Solar in Greeley: FAQ

How much do solar panels cost in Greeley?
A typical 5.9 kW home system in Greeley costs about $17,110 before incentives. After Colorado incentives, the net cash cost is roughly $16,610. The 30% federal tax credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025, though a lease or PPA can still pass through a 30% credit (~$5,133).
Is solar worth it in Greeley?
With 4.87 peak sun hours a day and Colorado's 14.6¢/kWh electricity rate, a system in Greeley pays back in about 13.6 years and returns an estimated $25,033 over 25 years — a fair-value result.
How many solar panels do homes in Greeley need?
To offset typical usage, a Greeley home needs roughly a 5.9 kW system — about 15 modern 410-watt panels. Your exact count depends on roof space, shading, and your actual electricity use.
What rebates and tax credits apply in Greeley?
The 30% federal Residential Clean Energy Credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025. A lease or PPA can still capture a 30% credit (~$5,133 on this system) passed through by the provider. Statewide, Full retail net metering + local utility rebates.

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