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| System size | Typical home | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
| 6 kW | Smaller / efficient home | ~$17,000 |
| 8 kW | Average Florida home | ~$23,000 |
| 10 kW | Larger / high-usage home | ~$29,000 |
Florida earns its "Sunshine State" name with ~5.3 peak sun hours/day, and the average residential electricity rate is around 15¢/kWh. Year-round air conditioning means high usage to offset, which helps solar pay for itself.
(Programs and rules change — confirm with your utility and a tax professional.)
With strong sun and full retail net metering — but no federal credit — most Florida homeowners see payback in about 10–13 years, then largely free power for the rest of the system's 25+ year life. Higher summer cooling bills shorten payback.
Yes — the major investor-owned utilities credit excess solar at the full retail rate, which is favorable for homeowners.
The 30% federal residential credit ended nationwide on Dec. 31, 2025 for purchased systems. Florida's sales- and property-tax exemptions and net metering still apply.
Modern panels are rated for high winds and are bolted to the roof structure; many homeowners add battery backup for resilience during outages.
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