Solar Panels in Orlando, FL

Orlando gets 5.3 peak sun hours/day with electricity at $0.145/kWh. Calculate panels needed, cost after 30% ITC, and payback period.

Sun Hours
5.3/day
Rate
$0.145/kWh
Cost/Watt
$2.55
Net Metering
Yes

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10,000 kWh
Panels
197
System Size
78.8 kW
Annual kWh
121,951
Net Cost
$140,658
Savings/yr
$17,683
Payback
8.0 yrs
25-Yr Savings
$301,417

System Sizes in Orlando

Monthly kWhPanelskWNet CostSavings/yrPayback
500104.0$7,140$8988.0 yrs
750156.0$10,710$1,3468.0 yrs
1,000208.0$14,280$1,7958.0 yrs
1,5003012.0$21,420$2,6938.0 yrs
2,0004016.0$28,560$3,5908.0 yrs
2,5005020.0$35,700$4,4888.0 yrs

Solar Guide for Orlando (2026)

Orlando at latitude 28.54°N receives 5.3 peak sun hours/day. At $0.145/kWh, solar offers solid long-term savings.

Incentives: Federal ITC + property + sales tax exemption.

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 Florida