
How long does it take to break even with solar panels?
Buying solar panels for your home is a large investment. How many years will it take for that investment to pay itself back?
In the US, the best case is that a home solar panel system will break even financially in about 5 years. That’s if you live in a state with excellent financial incentives such as Rhode Island or New York. The average in the US is to break even in around 8 years.