Washington / Aberdeen

Is solar worth it in Aberdeen?

PUD No 1 of Grays Harbor County averages 12.5¢/kWh. With 3.8 peak sun hours a day, a typical 9.4 kW system makes ~10,331 kWh a year and saves about $1,293 in year one.

15.9years to pay off
Electric rate12.5¢per kWh
Peak sun3.8hrs/day
System9.4 kW≈$25,850
25-yr net$21,285after cost

No federal tax credit is included. The 30% homeowner credit (IRS §25D) ended for systems installed after Dec 31, 2025. What changed in 2026 →

How Aberdeen compares

That is slower than the Washington average of 15.3 years, mainly because Aberdeen's rate is above the state average of 12.3¢/kWh. Your own payback depends on your bill: enter your ZIP and monthly bill above for your number.

Nearby cityRatePayback25-yr net
Shelton14.6¢13.8 yrs$29,714
Tumwater14.6¢13.8 yrs$29,714
Centralia9.5¢19.5 yrs$10,251
Olympia14.6¢13.8 yrs$29,714
Lacey14.6¢13.8 yrs$29,714
Yelm14.6¢13.8 yrs$29,714
University Place10.8¢17.6 yrs$15,278
Lakewood14.6¢13.8 yrs$29,714

Questions

How long does solar take to pay off in Aberdeen, WA?

About 15.9 years for a typical 9.4 kW system at 12.5 cents/kWh, assuming $2.75/W installed, full net metering and 3% yearly rate increases, with no federal tax credit.

Is solar worth it in Aberdeen?

Only in some cases; payback is long. Our estimate is $1,293 saved in year one and $21,285 net over 25 years after paying for the system.

How much does a solar system cost in Aberdeen?

A 9.4 kW system sized for an average home (863 kWh/month) is about $25,850 before any local rebates, at $2.75 per watt. Real quotes vary by roof and installer.

Is there a federal solar tax credit in 2026?

Not for homeowners who buy their system. The 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit (IRS section 25D) does not apply to installations completed after December 31, 2025. State rebates, SRECs and utility incentives may still apply.

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