Solar in Lexington, KY
Everything you need to know about going solar in Lexington — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
4.3 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
11.8¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.60/W
Solar Cost/Watt
Kentucky Utilities (PPL)
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$14,560
After 30% ITC
($20,800 before)
$1,482/yr
Est. Annual Savings
12,556 kWh/yr
9.8 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
Low rates make payback longer but solar adoption growing steadily.