Colorado, USA
Solar Blog in Colorado
Solar guides, tips and news relevant to homeowners in Colorado.
Avg sun hours/day
5.5 hrs
Avg electricity rate
$0.143/kWh
Monthly savings (5 kW)
$118
Top incentive: Xcel Solar*Rewards + sales tax exemption
Solar guides and tips for Colorado homeowners.
Open Solar BlogWhy solar makes sense in Colorado
With 5.5 peak sun hours per day and a residential rate of $0.143/kWh, a 5 kW rooftop system in Colorado typically offsets $118/month in electricity costs. Combined with Xcel Solar*Rewards + sales tax exemption, payback periods commonly land in the 4–7 year range. Use the tools above to size your system and download a free personalised quote.