Solar in Anchorage, AK
Everything you need to know about going solar in Anchorage — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
3 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
23.5¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$3.50/W
Solar Cost/Watt
Chugach Electric
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$19,600
After 30% ITC
($28,000 before)
$2,059/yr
Est. Annual Savings
8,760 kWh/yr
9.5 yrs
Est. Payback
Estimates based on local averages for an 8 kW system. Actual results depend on roof, shading, utility plan, and consumption.
Local Programs
Net MeteringAvailable
Community SolarLimited/No
Extreme seasonal variation: 19+ hrs daylight in summer, minimal in winter. High rates boost solar ROI despite low annual average sun.