Fair value for solar

Solar panel cost in West Jordan, UT (2026)

A typical West Jordan home needs about a 6.6 kW system (~17 panels), costing roughly $18,150 upfront. The 30% federal credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025 (a lease/PPA can still pass it through). At 4.85 peak sun hours and Utah's 11.6¢/kWh rate, it pays back in about 19.3 years and saves an estimated $13,736 over 25 years.

System size
6.6 kW
Net cost
$18,150
Payback
19.3 yrs
25-yr savings
$13,736

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$90
Recommended system
6.6 kW
Est. net cost (cash)
$18,150
Payback period
19.4 yrs
Est. monthly savings
$78
25-year net savings
$13,600
Bill offset
100%
Fair value in West JordanBased on a 6.6 kW system at $3/W, 4.85 peak sun hours, and a 11.6¢/kWh rate.

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Annual electricity use9,310 kWh
Annual solar production9,347 kWh
Gross system cost$18,150
Federal tax credit (purchase)Ended Dec 2025
State / local incentives
30% via lease/PPA instead~$5,445 value
CO₂ avoided per year3.3 tons (~54 trees)

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

What makes West Jordan different

West Jordan (population ~111,946) gets 4.85 peak sun hours per day — that's 10% less sunny than the Utah average of 5.4. 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 Utah level: residents pay about 11.6¢/kWh, and export credit at reduced rate (~6¢/kwh).

City peak sun hours4.85 hrs/day
Recommended system size6.6 kW (~17 panels)
Installed price per watt$3/W
Gross system cost$18,150
Federal tax credit (purchase)Ended Dec 31, 2025
State / local incentives
Net cash cost$18,150
30% credit via lease/PPA~$5,445 value
Annual energy produced9,347 kWh
Estimated year-1 savings$938
Payback period19.3 years
25-year net savings$13,736
CO₂ avoided per year3.3 tons (~54 trees)

Compare with the Utah state average (5.9 kW, $16,225 net, 17.4-yr payback). Modeled estimates, June 2026 — not a quote. See methodology.

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Solar in West Jordan: FAQ

How much do solar panels cost in West Jordan?
A typical 6.6 kW home system in West Jordan costs about $18,150 before incentives. With no federal credit on a 2026 purchase, the net cash cost is roughly $18,150. The 30% federal tax credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025, though a lease or PPA can still pass through a 30% credit (~$5,445).
Is solar worth it in West Jordan?
With 4.85 peak sun hours a day and Utah's 11.6¢/kWh electricity rate, a system in West Jordan pays back in about 19.3 years and returns an estimated $13,736 over 25 years — a fair-value result.
How many solar panels do homes in West Jordan need?
To offset typical usage, a West Jordan home needs roughly a 6.6 kW system — about 17 modern 410-watt panels. Your exact count depends on roof space, shading, and your actual electricity use.
What rebates and tax credits apply in West Jordan?
The 30% federal Residential Clean Energy Credit ended for purchases on Dec 31, 2025. A lease or PPA can still capture a 30% credit (~$5,445 on this system) passed through by the provider. Statewide, Export credit at reduced rate (~6¢/kWh).

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