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Energy independence in Rock Island, TX

Good news for Rock Island residents: 5.40 peak sun hours means strong production potential. Federal incentives make this the right time. Your area receives an average of 5.40 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
70 Good

Nearby Areas

Altair 77412 Sheridan 77475 Garwood 77442 Glidden 78943 Columbus 78934 Alleyton 78935
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Solar Coverage Map: Rock Island, TX

6 nearby locations
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Your Estimated Benefit

$1,096 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
7,408 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

9.5 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$17,039

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$4,445
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Rock Island 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.

TX State Incentives

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Utility Rebates (Oncor/AEP)

Local rebates available via specific utility providers.

Legal Right
Solar Rights Law

HOAs cannot prohibit solar installations.

100% Exemption
Property Tax Exemption

100% of value added by solar is exempt from property tax.

Efficiency

Code: 77470
EXCELLENT Score

5.40 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

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Bar chart comparing Rock Island's 5.40 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Rock Island National Avg State Avg 5.40 hrs 4.50 hrs 5.58 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Rock Island receives 20% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Rock Island

5.6° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Rock Island East South West Summer (June) 5.6° Altitude Winter (Dec) -16.3° Altitude

In Rock Island, the sun is 21.9° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 26.6° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Rock Island?

Homeowners in Rock Island are positioned to benefit from 5.40 peak sun hours of daily sunlight. This translates to approximately $1,096 in annual electricity savings. The next grid event isn't a question of if, but when. Abundant sunshine makes Texas ideal for solar

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $14,816
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $4,445
🏛️ TX Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$9,371
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 Rock Island.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $27,961 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $29,461 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by -54%

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.

With only 7 installers in Rock Island, choose carefully. Verify NABCEP certification and check recent local references.