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Solar in Raleigh–Durham, NC

Everything you need to know about going solar in Raleigh–Durham — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.

4.7 hrs/day

Peak Sun Hours

12.4¢/kWh

Avg Electric Rate

$2.60/W

Solar Cost/Watt

Duke Energy Progress

Top Utility

Sample 8 kW System

$14,560

After 30% ITC

($20,800 before)

$1,702/yr

Est. Annual Savings

13,724 kWh/yr

8.6 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

Research Triangle area has strong adoption driven by tech-sector homeowners.

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