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Your solar report for Colorado City, AZ

Exceptional solar conditions detected. Colorado City receives 6.30 hours of peak sunlight—well above national average. One factor determines if you can capitalize. Your area receives an average of 6.30 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
75 Good

Nearby Areas

Fredonia 86022 Littlefield 86432 Supai 86435 North Rim 86052 Marble Canyon 86036 Grand Canyon 86023
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Solar Coverage Map: Colorado City, AZ

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Potential Annual Value

$1,303 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
8,802 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

9.5 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$20,244

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$5,281
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Colorado City 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.

AZ State Incentives

5.6% Savings
Solar Equipment Sales Tax Exemption

100% exemption on sales tax for the solar device.

$1,000 Credit
Residential Solar Energy Credit

25% of the cost of the solar system, capped at $1,000.

100% Exemption
Energy Equipment Property Tax Exemption

100% of the added value of the solar system is exempt from property tax.

Efficiency

Code: 86021
EXCELLENT Score

6.30 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

Excellent
Bar chart comparing Colorado City's 6.30 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Colorado City National Avg State Avg 6.30 hrs 4.50 hrs 6.49 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Colorado City receives 40% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Colorado City

-3.1° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Colorado City East South West Summer (June) -3.1° Altitude Winter (Dec) -31.4° Altitude

In Colorado City, the sun is 28.3° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 33.2° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Colorado City?

With 6.30 average peak sun hours and potential savings of $1,303 annually, Colorado City residents have a clear path to energy independence. Local focus: Extreme heat efficiency and maximum production. With 5.7+ peak sun hours, Arizona is built for solar.

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $17,604
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $5,281
🏛️ AZ Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$11,323
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 Colorado City.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $33,503 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $35,003 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by -45%

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.

A moderate installer base in Colorado City gives you options without overwhelming choice. Focus on companies with local track records.