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Solar potential in Margaretville, NY

Don't let the 4.41 sun hours fool you. Margaretville's solar potential, combined with local incentives, creates a strong investment case. Your area receives an average of 4.41 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
64 Moderate

Nearby Areas

Halcottsville 12438 Arkville 12406 New Kingston 12459 Andes 13731 Highmount 12441 Fleischmanns 12430
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Solar Coverage Map: Margaretville, NY

6 nearby locations
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Estimated Annual Savings

$892 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
6,026 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

9.5 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$13,859

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$3,615
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Margaretville may qualify for 5 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.

NY State Incentives

VDER Stack
Net Metering / VDER

Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VDER) stack value credits.

Upfront Rebate
NY-Sun (Megawatt Block)

Upfront rebate based on system size ($/Watt). Varies by region.

$5,000 Credit
Solar Energy System Equipment Credit

25% state tax credit, capped at $5,000.

Efficiency

Code: 12455
GOOD Score

4.41 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

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Bar chart comparing Margaretville's 4.41 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Margaretville National Avg State Avg 4.41 hrs 4.50 hrs 4.45 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Margaretville's solar resource is 2% below the national average, but modern high-efficiency panels can still deliver strong returns.

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Sun path trajectory for Margaretville

26.2° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Margaretville East South West Summer (June) 26.2° Altitude Winter (Dec) -4.7° Altitude

In Margaretville, the sun is 30.9° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 37.9° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Margaretville?

Homeowners in Margaretville are positioned to benefit from 4.41 peak sun hours of daily sunlight. This translates to approximately $892 in annual electricity savings. State incentives are tapering. Lock in maximum savings now. Net metering ensures you get full value for excess production

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $12,051
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $3,615
🏛️ NY Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$7,436
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 Margaretville.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $22,462 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $23,962 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by -63%

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.

The Margaretville solar market has 6 primary installers. Quality and warranty terms matter more than price in smaller markets.