Solar potential in
Tucson, AZ
With 6.51 peak sun hours daily, Tucson is in the top tier for solar production. But not every roof qualifies for maximum savings. Your area receives an average of 6.51 peak sun hours per day.
Nearby Areas
Solar Coverage Map: Tucson, AZ
Your Estimated Benefit
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 Tucson 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: 857126.51 Peak Sun Hours / day
Live Solar Forecast
Fetching satellite data for Tucson...
Peak Sun Hours Comparison
ExcellentTucson receives 45% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.
Solar Physics Simulator
Sun path trajectory for Tucson
In Tucson, the sun is 24.8° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 29.0° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.
Why Solar in Tucson?
Our analysis of Tucson, AZ reveals strong solar fundamentals: 6.51 peak sun hours daily and estimated savings of $1,308/year. Air conditioning runs 8+ months of the year The solution? Arizona receives 300+ days of sunshine annually
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 Tucson.
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 Tucson gives you options without overwhelming choice. Focus on companies with local track records.