Solar Panels in Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque gets 6.2 peak sun hours/day with electricity at $0.14/kWh. Calculate panels needed, cost after 30% ITC, and payback period.

Sun Hours
6.2/day
Rate
$0.14/kWh
Cost/Watt
$2.7
Net Metering
Yes

☀️ Albuquerque Solar Calculator

7,143 kWh
Panels
121
System Size
48.4 kW
Annual kWh
87,623
Net Cost
$91,476
Savings/yr
$12,267
Payback
7.5 yrs
25-Yr Savings
$215,199

System Sizes in Albuquerque

Monthly kWhPanelskWNet CostSavings/yrPayback
50093.6$6,804$9127.5 yrs
750135.2$9,828$1,3187.5 yrs
1,000176.8$12,852$1,7247.5 yrs
1,5002610.4$19,656$2,6367.5 yrs
2,0003413.6$25,704$3,4477.5 yrs
2,5004317.2$32,508$4,3597.5 yrs

Solar Guide for Albuquerque (2026)

Albuquerque at latitude 35.08°N receives 6.2 peak sun hours/day. At $0.14/kWh, solar offers solid long-term savings.

Incentives: Federal ITC + NM 10% solar tax credit.

NEC Solar Requirements

All installations must comply with NEC Article 690: rapid shutdown (690.12), conductor sizing at 125% (690.8), and proper grounding per NEC 250. Use our Solar Wire Size Calculator for conductor sizing.

Disclaimer: Estimates only. Consult a licensed solar installer. NEC Article 690 compliance required.

Frequently Asked Questions

See also: Solar in New Mexico