Solar Panels in Detroit, MI
Detroit gets 3.5 peak sun hours/day with electricity at $0.185/kWh. Calculate panels needed, cost after 30% ITC, and payback period.
Sun Hours
3.5/day
Rate
$0.185/kWh
Cost/Watt
$3
Net Metering
Inflow/Outflow
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5,676 kWh
Panels
169
System Size
67.6 kW
Annual kWh
69,087
Net Cost
$141,960
Savings/yr
$12,781
Payback
11.1 yrs
25-Yr Savings
$177,565
System Sizes in Detroit
| Monthly kWh | Panels | kW | Net Cost | Savings/yr | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 15 | 6.0 | $12,600 | $1,134 | 11.1 yrs |
| 750 | 23 | 9.2 | $19,320 | $1,739 | 11.1 yrs |
| 1,000 | 30 | 12.0 | $25,200 | $2,269 | 11.1 yrs |
| 1,500 | 45 | 18.0 | $37,800 | $3,403 | 11.1 yrs |
| 2,000 | 60 | 24.0 | $50,400 | $4,538 | 11.1 yrs |
| 2,500 | 75 | 30.0 | $63,000 | $5,672 | 11.1 yrs |
Solar Guide for Detroit (2026)
Detroit at latitude 42.33°N receives 3.5 peak sun hours/day. At $0.185/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.
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