Solar potential in
Canyon, CA
Canyon homeowners have access to premium solar resources: 5.66 peak sun hours per day. See how this translates to real dollar savings below. Your area receives an average of 5.66 peak sun hours per day.
Solar Coverage Map: Canyon, CA
Annual Electricity Offset
Verified Solar Potential
Payback Period
Time until system pays for itself
25-Year Lifetime Savings
Estimated net profit after system costs
Fed. Tax Credit (30%)
Available Incentives & Rebates
Residents of Canyon may qualify for 6 active programs.
Federal Programs (Apply to Everyone)
Inflation Reduction Act (Sec. 48E)
If you lease your system (PPA), the solar company claims this credit and passes savings to you. Valid through 2032.
Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (ITC)
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
Net Billing Tariff (NEM 3.0)
Exported energy is credited at avoided cost rates (variable). encourages battery storage.
DAC-SASH
Upfront incentives for low-income homeowners in disadvantaged communities.
SGIP Battery Rebate
Upfront rebate for installing energy storage systems (batteries).
Property Tax Exclusion
Active solar energy systems are excluded from property tax assessment.
Efficiency
Code: 945165.66 Peak Sun Hours / day
Live Solar Forecast
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Peak Sun Hours Comparison
ExcellentCanyon receives 26% more peak sunlight than the U.S. average, indicating excellent solar production potential.
Solar Physics Simulator
Sun path trajectory for Canyon
In Canyon, the sun is 30.2° lower in the sky during winter.
💡 Tip: Panels positioned at a 34.0° tilt will capture maximum energy year-round.
Why Solar in Canyon?
With 5.66 average peak sun hours and potential savings of $2,763 annually, Canyon 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
If you had $25k... Stock Market vs. Solar
Comparing a 20-year investment in the S&P 500 versus purchasing a solar system in Canyon.
Solar Outperforms by 19%
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.
Canyon has a healthy solar market with ~8 active installers. Balance reputation and pricing in your decision.