New Orleans receives approximately 4.8 peak sun hours per day, making it a good location for solar energy production. With an average monthly electric bill of $135 in New Orleans, homeowners could save $1,215/year by switching to solar.
A 11.4kW solar system in New Orleans could generate approximately 1,346 kWh/month, offsetting about 95% of the average electric bill.
New Orleans residents benefit from Louisiana's solar incentives, including net metering at retail rate + state tax credit (lease) + federal tax credit (30%). property tax exemption for solar.The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) applies to all installations nationwide, reducing your net system cost by nearly a third.
With 4.8 peak sun hours, a typical 11.4kW residential system in New Orleans produces enough energy to offset 95% of the average household's electricity usage. Over the system's 25+ year lifespan, that translates to $30,375 in total savings.
Your utility affects your net metering rate and solar program eligibility.