Columbus receives approximately 4 peak sun hours per day, making it a good location for solar energy production. With an average monthly electric bill of $120 in Columbus, homeowners could save $1,080/year by switching to solar.
A 9.4kW solar system in Columbus could generate approximately 925 kWh/month, offsetting about 95% of the average electric bill.
Columbus residents benefit from Ohio's solar incentives, including net metering at retail + federal tax credit (30%). property tax exemption for solar in some municipalities.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 9.4kW residential system in Columbus produces enough energy to offset 95% of the average household's electricity usage. Over the system's 25+ year lifespan, that translates to $27,000 in total savings.
Your utility affects your net metering rate and solar program eligibility.