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Your solar report for Oro Grande, CA

Exceptional solar conditions detected. Oro Grande receives 6.71 hours of peak sunlight—well above national average. One factor determines if you can capitalize. Your area receives an average of 6.71 peak sun hours per day.

Solar Authority Score™
77 Good

Nearby Areas

Victorville 92394 Helendale 92342 Apple Valley 92307 Victorville 92395 Adelanto 92301 Victorville 92392
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Solar Coverage Map: Oro Grande, CA

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Potential Annual Value

$3,172 /yr
High ROI Expected
Investment Grade: A+

Verified Solar Potential

Production
9,220 kWh per year (Est.)

Payback Period

4.1 Years

Time until system pays for itself

25-Year Lifetime Savings

$66,381

Estimated net profit after system costs

Fed. Tax Credit (30%)

$5,532
Money back in pocket

Available Incentives & Rebates

Residents of Oro Grande may qualify for 6 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.

CA State Incentives

Variable Rate
Net Billing Tariff (NEM 3.0)

Exported energy is credited at avoided cost rates (variable). encourages battery storage.

Up to $3,000
DAC-SASH

Upfront incentives for low-income homeowners in disadvantaged communities.

~$200/kWh
SGIP Battery Rebate

Upfront rebate for installing energy storage systems (batteries).

100% Excluded
Property Tax Exclusion

Active solar energy systems are excluded from property tax assessment.

Efficiency

Code: 92368
EXCELLENT Score

6.71 Peak Sun Hours / day

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Peak Sun Hours Comparison

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Bar chart comparing Oro Grande's 6.71 peak sun hours to the national average of 4.5 hours Oro Grande National Avg State Avg 6.71 hrs 4.50 hrs 6.06 hrs 0h 2h 4h 6h

Oro Grande receives 49% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.

Solar Physics Simulator

Sun path trajectory for Oro Grande

-7.2° Max Elevation
Sun path diagram showing summer vs winter trajectory in Oro Grande East South West Summer (June) -7.2° Altitude Winter (Dec) -34.6° Altitude

In Oro Grande, the sun is 27.4° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 31.2° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.

Why Solar in Oro Grande?

With 6.71 average peak sun hours and potential savings of $3,172 annually, Oro Grande residents have a clear path to energy independence. Local focus: NEM 3.0 and high electricity rates. With rates climbing 8% annually, every month of delay costs you money.

True Cost Calculator

Average System Cost $18,439
🇺🇸 Federal Tax Credit (30%)
- $5,532
🏛️ CA Rebate
- $1,000
Your Net Cost
$11,907
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 Oro Grande.

S&P 500 (Historical 7%) $60,981 Net Profit
Taxable
Solar Energy System $83,720 Tax-Free Gain
Winner 👑
Savings: $85,220 + Property Value: $16,000

Solar Outperforms by 37%

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 Oro Grande gives you options without overwhelming choice. Focus on companies with local track records.