Solar in San Jose, CA
Everything you need to know about going solar in San Jose — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
5.4 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
30.5¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.90/W
Solar Cost/Watt
PG&E / San Jose Clean Energy
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$16,240
After 30% ITC
($23,200 before)
$4,809/yr
Est. Annual Savings
15,768 kWh/yr
3.4 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 SolarAvailable
Silicon Valley tech culture drives early adoption. Very high rates accelerate payback.