Solar in St. Louis, MO
Everything you need to know about going solar in St. Louis — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
4.4 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
12.8¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.60/W
Solar Cost/Watt
Ameren Missouri
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$14,560
After 30% ITC
($20,800 before)
$1,645/yr
Est. Annual Savings
12,848 kWh/yr
8.9 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
Ameren solar rebate program and Missouri net metering make solar viable.