Solar in Newark / North Jersey, NJ
Everything you need to know about going solar in Newark / North Jersey — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
4.2 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
17.8¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.90/W
Solar Cost/Watt
PSE&G
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$16,240
After 30% ITC
($23,200 before)
$2,183/yr
Est. Annual Savings
12,264 kWh/yr
7.4 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
New Jersey SREC-II (Successor Solar Incentive) provides strong long-term solar incentives.