Solar Panels In Michigan

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How Much Do Solar Panels Cost In Michigan

The actual cost per watt will vary from county to county in Michigan. The price ranges below are range based on the average price per watt of $3.01.

System Size Avg. Cost Per Watt Low-End Price Average Price High-End Price
6 kWs $3.01 $13,545.00 $18,060.00 $22,575.00
8 kWs $3.01 $18,060.00 $24,080.00 $30,100.00
10 kWs $3.01 $22,575.00 $30,100.00 $37,625.00
12 kWs $3.01 $27,090.00 $36,120.00 $45,150.00
14 kWs $3.01 $31,605.00 $42,140.00 $52,675.00
16 kWs $3.01 $36,120.00 $48,160.00 $60,200.00

Please remember, these prices are based on the overall average price per watt in the entire state of Michigan. The actual price may be a bit higher or lower depending on your city.

Solar Panel Rebates In Michigan

Did you know there are at least 55 solar panel rebates available in Michigan. This means that in addition to the 26% federal tax credit, you can save even more with Michigan solar rebates. Click below to view all of the solar rebates you can apply for.

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Michigan Solar Panels By City

Cities In Michigan Where Solar Is Booming

Homeowners in Michigan are saving huge on solar panels with solar tax credits. Find out more about how you can eliminate your energy bills, improving the value of your home, and make Michigan a little more green. Check out some of the cities where solar panels are popular in Michigan below.

  • Ann Arbor
    Sunlight kWh957.95kWh
    % Qualified71.47%
    Med. kW Potential8.5kW
  • Canton
    Sunlight kWh952kWh
    % Qualified93.47%
    Med. kW Potential11.5kW
  • Clinton Township
    Sunlight kWh950.3kWh
    % Qualified89.16%
    Med. kW Potential11.75kW
  • Dearborn
    Sunlight kWh952kWh
    % Qualified78.21%
    Med. kW Potential5.5kW
  • Dearborn Heights
    Sunlight kWh952kWh
    % Qualified79.80%
    Med. kW Potential6.75kW
  • Detroit
    Sunlight kWh952kWh
    % Qualified73.30%
    Med. kW Potential5.25kW
  • Farmington Hills
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified81.49%
    Med. kW Potential12.25kW
  • Flint
    Sunlight kWh936.7kWh
    % Qualified69.65%
    Med. kW Potential5.25kW
  • Grand Rapids
    Sunlight kWh937.55kWh
    % Qualified71.41%
    Med. kW Potential6.25kW
  • Lansing
    Sunlight kWh937.6746312718kWh
    % Qualified68.33%
    Med. kW Potential6kW
  • Livonia
    Sunlight kWh952kWh
    % Qualified78.44%
    Med. kW Potential9.75kW
  • Novi
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified92.10%
    Med. kW Potential12.5kW
  • Pontiac
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified70.54%
    Med. kW Potential6kW
  • Rochester Hills
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified84.78%
    Med. kW Potential11kW
  • Roseville
    Sunlight kWh950.3kWh
    % Qualified86.47%
    Med. kW Potential7.5kW
  • Royal Oak
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified65.22%
    Med. kW Potential5.75kW
  • Saginaw
    Sunlight kWh936.7kWh
    % Qualified72.07%
    Med. kW Potential6kW
  • Saint Clair Shores
    Sunlight kWh950.3kWh
    % Qualified82.93%
    Med. kW Potential7kW
  • Shelby charter Township
    Sunlight kWh950.3kWh
    % Qualified87.10%
    Med. kW Potential13kW
  • Southfield
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified71.63%
    Med. kW Potential11.5kW
  • Sterling Heights
    Sunlight kWh950.3kWh
    % Qualified92.41%
    Med. kW Potential11.75kW
  • Taylor
    Sunlight kWh952kWh
    % Qualified77.74%
    Med. kW Potential7.25kW
  • Troy
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified87.77%
    Med. kW Potential12kW
  • Warren
    Sunlight kWh950.3kWh
    % Qualified85.96%
    Med. kW Potential9.25kW
  • Waterford Township
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified71.99%
    Med. kW Potential8.75kW
  • West Bloomfield Township
    Sunlight kWh951.15kWh
    % Qualified82.70%
    Med. kW Potential12.5kW
  • Westland
    Sunlight kWh952kWh
    % Qualified80.29%
    Med. kW Potential8.25kW
  • Wyoming
    Sunlight kWh937.55kWh
    % Qualified69.88%
    Med. kW Potential7.75kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Solar Panels In Michigan

Still have questions about getting solar panels installed at your home or property in Michigan? Browse some of our most common questions and answers below.

How efficient are solar panels?

Modern solar panels are usually about 15% to 18% efficient. This means that 15% to 18% of the sunlight they absorb gets turned into energy. The remaining sunlight is lost as heat, warming the solar panel casing. That being said there are a number of factors that can impact the overall efficiency such as the solar panel age, materials they’re made with, and average sun exposure.

How much electricity do solar panels produce?

A typical residential solar panel is rated to produce between 250 and 400 watts of power per hour. Your average solar panel systems have between 1 kW and 4 kW capacity. Solar panels’ output varies depending on a number of factors, such as their capacity, size, location, and shade conditions. For example, a 4 kW solar panel system on an average-sized house can produce around 2,500 to 2,850 kWh of electricity in a year.

How many solar panels do I need?

In order to figure out how many solar panels you need, you’ll need to determine how much energy your household uses, how many panels you can fit on your roof, the peak sunlight in your area, how efficient the panels you’re considering are, and whether net metering is available in your area. The easiest way to find out is to get a solar panel estimate from a local installer.

How many solar panels can I fit on my roof?

On average, you can fit about 25 to 28 solar panels for every 500 square feet of roof space. However, in some cases, homeowners will not be able to utilize the entire roof space due to shading or roof grade.

How much do solar panels weigh?

The average solar panel weighs about 40 pounds. This will add about 2.8 pounds per square foot to pitched roofs, and about 5 pounds per square foot for flat roofs.

How big are solar panels?

Residential solar panels are typically 65 inches by 39 inches or 3.25 feet by 5.4 feet, although there are some variations among manufacturers. Each panel will also weigh about 40 pounds on average.

How many solar panels do you need to power a house?

Typically, an average-sized house will need 20 to 25 solar panels. However, depending on the size of the house, the sun exposure, where you live, and how much energy you consume, you could need more.

Fun Facts About Michigan

Michigan, also known as the Wolverine State, has seen a population growth of 2.00% since 2010. As of 2020, the total population was 10,077,331. You might be surprised to find out that 74.5% of the people in Michigan own their homes. This means that of the 10,077,331 people in Michigan, 74.5% are potentially elligible to install solar panels at their home. Click here to find out if you're elligible for solar panels. A few fun facts about the state of Michigan: 1) it is actually the home of The Cereal Bowl of America, Battle Creek, produces most cereal in the U.S., and number 2, the state motto is "Si quaeris peninsulam amoenam circumspice (If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look around you)".

Michigan has a total area of 56,538.90 square miles of which 58.46% is land. Michigan has an average elevation of 900 feet and a highest elevation of 1,979 (Mt. Arvon). With this average elevation, it is probably typical that solar panels can be installed at your home.

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