Fair value for solar

Solar panel cost in Savannah, GA (2026)

A typical Savannah home needs about a 9.8 kW system (~24 panels), costing roughly $27,930 upfront. The 30% federal credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025 (a lease/PPA can still pass it through). At 4.69 peak sun hours and Georgia's 14.1¢/kWh rate, it pays back in about 17.1 years and saves an estimated $27,718 over 25 years.

System size
9.8 kW
Net cost
$27,930
Payback
17.1 yrs
25-yr savings
$27,718

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$158
Recommended system
9.8 kW
Est. net cost (cash)
$27,930
Payback period
17.1 yrs
Est. monthly savings
$136
25-year net savings
$27,718
Bill offset
100%
Fair value in SavannahBased on a 9.8 kW system at $3/W, 4.69 peak sun hours, and a 14.1¢/kWh rate.

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Annual electricity use13,447 kWh
Annual solar production13,421 kWh
Gross system cost$27,930
Federal tax credit (purchase)Ended Dec 2025
State / local incentives
30% via lease/PPA instead~$8,379 value
CO₂ avoided per year4.7 tons (~78 trees)

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

What makes Savannah different

Savannah (population ~147,780) gets 4.69 peak sun hours per day — that's 6% less sunny than the Georgia average of 5. 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 Georgia level: residents pay about 14.1¢/kWh, and limited monthly net metering capacity.

City peak sun hours4.69 hrs/day
Recommended system size9.8 kW (~24 panels)
Installed price per watt$3/W
Gross system cost$27,930
Federal tax credit (purchase)Ended Dec 31, 2025
State / local incentives
Net cash cost$27,930
30% credit via lease/PPA~$8,379 value
Annual energy produced13,421 kWh
Estimated year-1 savings$1,637
Payback period17.1 years
25-year net savings$27,718
CO₂ avoided per year4.7 tons (~78 trees)

Compare with the Georgia state average (9.2 kW, $26,220 net, 16-yr payback). Modeled estimates, June 2026 — not a quote. See methodology.

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Solar in Savannah: FAQ

How much do solar panels cost in Savannah?
A typical 9.8 kW home system in Savannah costs about $27,930 before incentives. With no federal credit on a 2026 purchase, the net cash cost is roughly $27,930. The 30% federal tax credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025, though a lease or PPA can still pass through a 30% credit (~$8,379).
Is solar worth it in Savannah?
With 4.69 peak sun hours a day and Georgia's 14.1¢/kWh electricity rate, a system in Savannah pays back in about 17.1 years and returns an estimated $27,718 over 25 years — a fair-value result.
How many solar panels do homes in Savannah need?
To offset typical usage, a Savannah home needs roughly a 9.8 kW system — about 24 modern 410-watt panels. Your exact count depends on roof space, shading, and your actual electricity use.
What rebates and tax credits apply in Savannah?
The 30% federal Residential Clean Energy Credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025. A lease or PPA can still capture a 30% credit (~$8,379 on this system) passed through by the provider. Statewide, Limited monthly net metering capacity.

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