Meridian receives approximately 4.5 peak sun hours per day, making it a good location for solar energy production. With an average monthly electric bill of $95 in Meridian, homeowners could save $855/year by switching to solar.
A 8.6kW solar system in Meridian could generate approximately 952 kWh/month, offsetting about 95% of the average electric bill.
Meridian residents benefit from Idaho's solar incentives, including net metering at retail rate + federal tax credit (30%). idaho power offers net metering up to 100kw systems.The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) applies to all installations nationwide, reducing your net system cost by nearly a third.
With 4.5 peak sun hours, a typical 8.6kW residential system in Meridian produces enough energy to offset 95% of the average household's electricity usage. Over the system's 25+ year lifespan, that translates to $21,375 in total savings.
Your utility affects your net metering rate and solar program eligibility.