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Your solar report for Desert Hot Springs, CA

With 6.74 peak sun hours daily, Desert Hot Springs is in the top tier for solar production. But not every roof qualifies for maximum savings. Your area receives an average of 6.74 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
77 Good

Nearby Areas

Thousand Palms 92276 Palm Desert 92211 Indio 92203 Indio 92201 Rancho Mirage 92270 Indian Wells 92210
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Solar Coverage Map: Desert Hot Springs, CA

6 nearby locations
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Potential Annual Value

$3,136 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
9,117 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

4.1 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$65,644

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$5,470
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Desert Hot Springs may qualify for 6 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.

CA State Incentives

Variable Rate
Net Billing Tariff (NEM 3.0)

Exported energy is credited at avoided cost rates (variable). encourages battery storage.

Up to $3,000
DAC-SASH

Upfront incentives for low-income homeowners in disadvantaged communities.

~$200/kWh
SGIP Battery Rebate

Upfront rebate for installing energy storage systems (batteries).

100% Excluded
Property Tax Exclusion

Active solar energy systems are excluded from property tax assessment.

Efficiency

Code: 92241
EXCELLENT Score

6.74 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

Excellent
Bar chart comparing Desert Hot Springs's 6.74 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Desert Hot Springs National Avg State Avg 6.74 hrs 4.50 hrs 6.06 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Desert Hot Springs receives 50% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Desert Hot Springs

-7.0° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Desert Hot Springs East South West Summer (June) -7.0° Altitude Winter (Dec) -33.6° Altitude

In Desert Hot Springs, the sun is 26.6° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 30.5° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Desert Hot Springs?

With 6.74 average peak sun hours and potential savings of $3,136 annually, Desert Hot Springs residents have a clear path to energy independence. Local focus: NEM 3.0 and high electricity rates. With rates climbing 8% annually, every month of delay costs you money.

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $18,234
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $5,470
🏛️ CA Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$11,764
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 Desert Hot Springs.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $82,774 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $84,274 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by 36%

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 Desert Hot Springs gives you options without overwhelming choice. Focus on companies with local track records.