Missoula receives approximately 4.2 peak sun hours per day, making it a good location for solar energy production. With an average monthly electric bill of $95 in Missoula, homeowners could save $855/year by switching to solar.
A 8.4kW solar system in Missoula could generate approximately 868 kWh/month, offsetting about 95% of the average electric bill.
Missoula residents benefit from Montana's solar incentives, including net metering at retail + state renewable energy tax credit (up to $500) + federal tax credit (30%). property tax exemption.The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) applies to all installations nationwide, reducing your net system cost by nearly a third.
With 4.2 peak sun hours, a typical 8.4kW residential system in Missoula 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.