Solar in Cincinnati, OH
Everything you need to know about going solar in Cincinnati — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
4 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
13.5¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.65/W
Solar Cost/Watt
Duke Energy Ohio
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$14,840
After 30% ITC
($21,200 before)
$1,577/yr
Est. Annual Savings
11,680 kWh/yr
9.4 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 SolarLimited/No
Greater Cincinnati Solar Co-op has helped drive group purchasing and lower costs.