Charleston 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 Charleston, homeowners could save $1,080/year by switching to solar.
A 10.2kW solar system in Charleston could generate approximately 1,004 kWh/month, offsetting about 95% of the average electric bill.
Charleston residents benefit from West Virginia's solar incentives, including net metering at retail + federal tax credit (30%). limited state incentives beyond net metering.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 10.2kW residential system in Charleston 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.