Solar in Fargo, ND
Everything you need to know about going solar in Fargo — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
4.2 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
11.5¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.75/W
Solar Cost/Watt
Xcel Energy / Cass County Electric
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$15,400
After 30% ITC
($22,000 before)
$1,410/yr
Est. Annual Savings
12,264 kWh/yr
10.9 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
Low rates extend payback, but North Dakota has net metering and no sales tax on solar.