Solar Panels in Denver, CO
Denver gets 5.5 peak sun hours/day with electricity at $0.148/kWh. Calculate panels needed, cost after 30% ITC, and payback period.
Sun Hours
5.5/day
Rate
$0.148/kWh
Cost/Watt
$2.9
Net Metering
Yes
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7,095 kWh
Panels
135
System Size
54.0 kW
Annual kWh
86,724
Net Cost
$109,620
Savings/yr
$12,835
Payback
8.5 yrs
25-Yr Savings
$211,255
System Sizes in Denver
| Monthly kWh | Panels | kW | Net Cost | Savings/yr | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 10 | 4.0 | $8,120 | $951 | 8.5 yrs |
| 750 | 15 | 6.0 | $12,180 | $1,426 | 8.5 yrs |
| 1,000 | 19 | 7.6 | $15,428 | $1,806 | 8.5 yrs |
| 1,500 | 29 | 11.6 | $23,548 | $2,757 | 8.5 yrs |
| 2,000 | 38 | 15.2 | $30,856 | $3,613 | 8.5 yrs |
| 2,500 | 48 | 19.2 | $38,976 | $4,564 | 8.5 yrs |
Solar Guide for Denver (2026)
Denver at latitude 39.74°N receives 5.5 peak sun hours/day. At $0.148/kWh, solar offers solid long-term savings.
Incentives: Federal ITC + Xcel Energy rebates.
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.
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