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Your solar report for Jacksonville, FL

With 5.36 peak sun hours, Jacksonville offers solid solar potential. Combined with current incentives, the ROI case is compelling. Your area receives an average of 5.36 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
69 Moderate

Nearby Areas

Macclenny 32063 Jacksonville 32221 Lawtey 32058 Jacksonville 32222 Middleburg 32068 Orange Park 32065
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Solar Coverage Map: Jacksonville, FL

6 nearby locations
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Potential Annual Value

$1,178 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
7,272 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

8.6 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$19,272

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$4,363
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Jacksonville 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: 32234
EXCELLENT Score

5.36 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

Above Avg
Bar chart comparing Jacksonville's 5.36 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Jacksonville National Avg State Avg 5.36 hrs 4.50 hrs 5.62 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Jacksonville receives 19% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Jacksonville

17.7° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Jacksonville East South West Summer (June) 17.7° Altitude Winter (Dec) -4.8° Altitude

In Jacksonville, the sun is 22.5° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 27.2° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Jacksonville?

Homeowners in Jacksonville are positioned to benefit from 5.36 peak sun hours of daily sunlight. This translates to approximately $1,178 in annual electricity savings. Hurricane season waits for no one. Prepare now. Solar + battery keeps critical systems running during outages

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $14,545
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $4,363
🏛️ FL Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$9,181
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 Jacksonville.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $30,156 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $31,656 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by -51%

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.

With only 7 installers in Jacksonville, choose carefully. Verify NABCEP certification and check recent local references.