Solar in Indianapolis, IN
Everything you need to know about going solar in Indianapolis — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
4.2 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
14.5¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.70/W
Solar Cost/Watt
AES Indiana
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$15,120
After 30% ITC
($21,600 before)
$1,778/yr
Est. Annual Savings
12,264 kWh/yr
8.5 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
Indiana net metering was reduced to excess generation credit in 2022; still available for systems under 1 MW.