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Your solar report for Ormond Beach, FL

With 5.59 peak sun hours daily, Ormond Beach is in the top tier for solar production. But not every roof qualifies for maximum savings. Your area receives an average of 5.59 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
71 Good

Nearby Areas

Ormond Beach 32176 Daytona Beach 32117 Daytona Beach 32124 Daytona Beach 32114 Daytona Beach 32118 Flagler Beach 32136
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Solar Coverage Map: Ormond Beach, FL

6 nearby locations
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Projected Yearly Savings

$1,222 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
7,543 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

8.6 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$19,989

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$4,526
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Ormond Beach 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.

FL State Incentives

1:1 Credit
Net Metering

Utilities credit excess energy at the full retail rate.

6% Savings
Solar Sales Tax Exemption

Solar energy systems are exempt from Florida sales tax.

100% Exemption
Property Tax Exclusion

100% of added home value from solar is exempt from property taxes.

Efficiency

Code: 32174
EXCELLENT Score

5.59 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

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Bar chart comparing Ormond Beach's 5.59 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Ormond Beach National Avg State Avg 5.59 hrs 4.50 hrs 5.62 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Ormond Beach receives 24% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Ormond Beach

18.1° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Ormond Beach East South West Summer (June) 18.1° Altitude Winter (Dec) -3.8° Altitude

In Ormond Beach, the sun is 21.9° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 26.4° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Ormond Beach?

Our analysis of Ormond Beach, FL reveals strong solar fundamentals: 5.59 peak sun hours daily and estimated savings of $1,222/year. Hurricane season puts Florida homes at risk of prolonged outages The solution? Modern solar systems are designed to withstand 150+ mph winds

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $15,086
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $4,526
🏛️ FL Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$9,560
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 Ormond Beach.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $31,335 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $32,835 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by -49%

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 Ormond Beach solar market has 7 primary installers. Quality and warranty terms matter more than price in smaller markets.