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Solar analysis: Grand Ridge, FL

Grand Ridge's 5.48 daily peak sun hours put it in a favorable position for solar. The question isn't if, but how much you can save. Your area receives an average of 5.48 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
70 Good

Nearby Areas

Cypress 32432 Sneads 32460 Marianna 32448 Chattahoochee 32324 Greenwood 32443 Altha 32421
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Solar Coverage Map: Grand Ridge, FL

6 nearby locations
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Projected Yearly Savings

$1,170 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
7,222 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

8.6 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$19,139

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$4,333
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Grand Ridge 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: 32442
EXCELLENT Score

5.48 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

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Bar chart comparing Grand Ridge's 5.48 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Grand Ridge National Avg State Avg 5.48 hrs 4.50 hrs 5.62 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Grand Ridge receives 22% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Grand Ridge

15.4° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Grand Ridge East South West Summer (June) 15.4° Altitude Winter (Dec) -7.4° Altitude

In Grand Ridge, the sun is 22.8° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 27.6° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Grand Ridge?

Homeowners in Grand Ridge are positioned to benefit from 5.48 peak sun hours of daily sunlight. This translates to approximately $1,170 in annual electricity savings. Hurricane season waits for no one. Prepare now. The Sunshine State lives up to its name for solar production

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $14,444
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $4,333
🏛️ FL Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$9,111
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 Grand Ridge.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $29,938 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $31,438 + 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.

The Grand Ridge solar market has 7 primary installers. Quality and warranty terms matter more than price in smaller markets.