Solar potential in
Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear homeowners have access to premium solar resources: 6.55 peak sun hours per day. See how this translates to real dollar savings below. Your area receives an average of 6.55 peak sun hours per day.
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Solar Coverage Map: Goodyear, AZ
Estimated Annual Savings
Verified Solar Potential
Payback Period
Time until system pays for itself
25-Year Lifetime Savings
Estimated net profit after system costs
Fed. Tax Credit (30%)
Available Incentives & Rebates
Residents of Goodyear may qualify for 5 active programs.
Federal Programs (Apply to Everyone)
Inflation Reduction Act (Sec. 48E)
If you lease your system (PPA), the solar company claims this credit and passes savings to you. Valid through 2032.
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (ITC)
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.
AZ State Incentives
Solar Equipment Sales Tax Exemption
100% exemption on sales tax for the solar device.
Residential Solar Energy Credit
25% of the cost of the solar system, capped at $1,000.
Energy Equipment Property Tax Exemption
100% of the added value of the solar system is exempt from property tax.
Efficiency
Code: 853386.55 Peak Sun Hours / day
Live Solar Forecast
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Peak Sun Hours Comparison
ExcellentGoodyear receives 46% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.
Solar Physics Simulator
Sun path trajectory for Goodyear
In Goodyear, the sun is 25.8° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 30.0° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.
Why Solar in Goodyear?
With 6.55 average peak sun hours and potential savings of $1,303 annually, Goodyear residents have a clear path to energy independence. Local focus: Extreme heat efficiency and maximum production. With 5.7+ peak sun hours, Arizona is built for solar.
True Cost Calculator
If you had $25k... Stock Market vs. Solar
Comparing a 20-year investment in the S&P 500 versus purchasing a solar system in Goodyear.
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.
A moderate installer base in Goodyear gives you options without overwhelming choice. Focus on companies with local track records.