How long does solar take to pay off in Brookings, SD?

About 13.7 years for a 8.1 kW system at 12.9 cents/kWh.

Is solar worth it in Brookings?

Sioux Valley SW Elec Coop averages 12.9¢/kWh. With 4.4 peak sun hours a day, a typical 8.1 kW system makes ~10,352 kWh a year and saves about $1,340 in year one.

13.7years to pay off

Electric rate12.9¢per kWh

Peak sun4.4hrs/day

System8.1 kW≈$22,275

25-yr net$26,577after cost

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