Solar Panels in Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis gets 4 peak sun hours/day with electricity at $0.145/kWh. Calculate panels needed, cost after 30% ITC, and payback period.

Sun Hours
4/day
Rate
$0.145/kWh
Cost/Watt
$3.05
Net Metering
Yes

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6,552 kWh
Panels
171
System Size
68.4 kW
Annual kWh
79,891
Net Cost
$146,034
Savings/yr
$11,584
Payback
12.6 yrs
25-Yr Savings
$143,566

System Sizes in Minneapolis

Monthly kWhPanelskWNet CostSavings/yrPayback
500145.6$11,956$94812.6 yrs
750208.0$17,080$1,35512.6 yrs
1,0002710.8$23,058$1,82912.6 yrs
1,5004016.0$34,160$2,71012.6 yrs
2,0005321.2$45,262$3,59012.6 yrs
2,5006626.4$56,364$4,47112.6 yrs

Solar Guide for Minneapolis (2026)

Minneapolis at latitude 44.98°N receives 4 peak sun hours/day. At $0.145/kWh, solar offers solid long-term savings.

Incentives: Federal ITC + Xcel Solar*Rewards.

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 Minnesota