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Solar in Maricopa County, AZ

Solar panels in Phoenix, AZ

6.5 peak sun hours per day. See what the data says about Phoenix, then check your specific roof free.

Utility territory: APS / SRP (split by neighborhood)

Solar data for Phoenix

Peak sun hours / day
6.5 hrs

Modeled annual average.

Typical system size
6–10 kW

Residential, based on typical household load.

Estimated first-year savings
$980–$1,300

6 kW DC, 0.85 derate, $0.15/kWh avg rate. Estimate only.

Roofs suitable for solar
75–85%

Modeled from regional adoption data.

Primary utility
APS / SRP (split by neighborhood)

Contact your utility for current net billing enrollment status.

Net metering / billing
Net Billing (RCP)

This city has split APS/SRP service (depends on address). APS customers use ACC net billing (~6.17¢/kWh RCP, steps down annually); SRP customers use SRP's Customer Generation plans with demand charges and lower export credits — verify your utility at aps.com or srpnet.com.

Estimates based on the average Arizona residential electricity rate of $0.15/kWh (EIA, retrieved Aug 2026) and modeled solar production; your rate and usage will vary.

Frequently asked questions

How much sun does Phoenix get for solar?

Phoenix receives approximately 6.5 peak sun hours per day on average, based on modeled regional data.

What is the estimated first-year savings from solar in Phoenix?

For a typical 6 kW system in Phoenix, first-year savings are estimated at roughly $980–$1,300. Estimates based on the average Arizona residential electricity rate of $0.15/kWh (EIA, retrieved Aug 2026) and modeled solar production; your rate and usage will vary. These are educational estimates, not guarantees.

Why does Phoenix have strong solar exposure?

Phoenix's 6.5 average daily peak sun hours are above many Arizona cities in this dataset. Roof orientation, usable area, and shade still determine the result for an individual property.

Data source: City figures are modeled estimates for general guidance — not a quote for any specific property.

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