Solar Panels in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta gets 4.7 peak sun hours/day with electricity at $0.135/kWh. Calculate panels needed, cost after 30% ITC, and payback period.

Sun Hours
4.7/day
Rate
$0.135/kWh
Cost/Watt
$2.7
Net Metering
Limited

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9,259 kWh
Panels
206
System Size
82.4 kW
Annual kWh
113,086
Net Cost
$155,736
Savings/yr
$15,267
Payback
10.2 yrs
25-Yr Savings
$225,939

System Sizes in Atlanta

Monthly kWhPanelskWNet CostSavings/yrPayback
500124.8$9,072$88910.2 yrs
750176.8$12,852$1,26010.2 yrs
1,000239.2$17,388$1,70510.2 yrs
1,5003413.6$25,704$2,52010.2 yrs
2,0004518.0$34,020$3,33510.2 yrs
2,5005622.4$42,336$4,15010.2 yrs

Solar Guide for Atlanta (2026)

Atlanta at latitude 33.75°N receives 4.7 peak sun hours/day. At $0.135/kWh, solar offers solid long-term savings.

Incentives: Federal ITC.

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 Georgia