Solar in El Paso, TX
Everything you need to know about going solar in El Paso — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
6.4 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
12.8¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$2.50/W
Solar Cost/Watt
El Paso Electric
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$14,000
After 30% ITC
($20,000 before)
$2,392/yr
Est. Annual Savings
18,688 kWh/yr
5.9 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
Among the best solar resources in the US. El Paso Electric offers net metering unlike most Texas utilities.