Bangor receives approximately 4 peak sun hours per day, making it a good location for solar energy production. With an average monthly electric bill of $95 in Bangor, homeowners could save $855/year by switching to solar.
A 5.7kW solar system in Bangor could generate approximately 561 kWh/month, offsetting about 95% of the average electric bill.
Bangor residents benefit from Maine's solar incentives, including net energy billing + state rebate (efficiency maine up to $2,000) + federal tax credit (30%).The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) applies to all installations nationwide, reducing your net system cost by nearly a third.
With 4 peak sun hours, a typical 5.7kW residential system in Bangor 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.