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Solar analysis: Sarasota, FL

With 5.90 peak sun hours daily, Sarasota is in the top tier for solar production. But not every roof qualifies for maximum savings. Your area receives an average of 5.90 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
73 Good

Nearby Areas

Sarasota 34242 Sarasota 34233 Sarasota 34239 Sarasota 34238 Sarasota 34237 Sarasota 34232
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Solar Coverage Map: Sarasota, FL

6 nearby locations
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Potential Annual Value

$1,315 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
8,118 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

8.6 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$21,513

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$4,871
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Sarasota may qualify for 5 active programs.

Federal Programs (Apply to Everyone)

Warning: 2026 Cliff
Inflation Reduction Act (Sec. 48E)
Benefit Value Pass-through Savings

If you lease your system (PPA), the solar company claims this credit and passes savings to you. Valid through 2032.

Warning: 2026 Cliff
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (ITC)
Benefit Value 30% (Expiring 2025)

30% Tax Credit for systems installed by Dec 31, 2025. CRITICAL: For 2026, this credit is set to expire for homeowner-owned systems unless extended. Leases (Third-Party) still qualify under Sec. 48E.

FL State Incentives

1:1 Credit
Net Metering

Utilities credit excess energy at the full retail rate.

6% Savings
Solar Sales Tax Exemption

Solar energy systems are exempt from Florida sales tax.

100% Exemption
Property Tax Exclusion

100% of added home value from solar is exempt from property taxes.

Efficiency

Code: 34231
EXCELLENT Score

5.90 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

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Bar chart comparing Sarasota's 5.90 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Sarasota National Avg State Avg 5.90 hrs 4.50 hrs 5.62 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Sarasota receives 31% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Sarasota

16.3° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Sarasota East South West Summer (June) 16.3° Altitude Winter (Dec) -4.0° Altitude

In Sarasota, the sun is 20.3° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 24.5° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Sarasota?

Homeowners in Sarasota are positioned to benefit from 5.90 peak sun hours of daily sunlight. This translates to approximately $1,315 in annual electricity savings. Hurricane season waits for no one. Prepare now. Solar + battery keeps critical systems running during outages

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $16,236
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $4,871
🏛️ FL Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$10,365
Financial Showdown

If you had $25k... Stock Market vs. Solar

Comparing a 20-year investment in the S&P 500 versus purchasing a solar system in Sarasota.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $33,838 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $35,338 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by -45%

Unlike stock market gains which are taxed at ~15-20%, the money you save on electricity is 100% tax-free. Plus, solar increases your home's resale value immediately.

Sarasota has a healthy solar market with ~8 active installers. Balance reputation and pricing in your decision.