Solar in Detroit, MI
Everything you need to know about going solar in Detroit — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
3.7 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
18.2¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.85/W
Solar Cost/Watt
DTE Energy
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$15,960
After 30% ITC
($22,800 before)
$1,966/yr
Est. Annual Savings
10,804 kWh/yr
8.1 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
DTE distributed generation program has capacity limits; high rates improve payback.