How Much Can Solar Save in Coal City?
Real numbers based on current ComEd rates and Illinois incentives.
What You're Paying Now
Without solar, here's what ComEd electricity will cost you over time at 6% annual rate increases.
Monthly Bill
$161
Annual Cost
$1,932
25-Year Cost (No Solar)
$105,998
What Solar Savings Look Like in Coal City
The housing stock in Coal City, characterized by 72% single-family homes and a median age around 1965, presents suitable conditions for rooftop solar. Approximately 41% of homes were built before 1980, suggesting a mix of older and newer construction. The small-town environment typically features lot sizes that can accommodate solar installations.
Your Solar Investment
6.5 kW System
$16,900
$5,895
After All IL Incentives
With vs Without Solar in Coal City
| Metric | Without Solar | With Solar |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $161/mo | $101/mo (loan) |
| Monthly Cash Flow | -$0 (all to utility) | +$31/mo |
| 5-Year Cost | $10,433 | $6,060 |
| 25-Year Cost | $105,998 | $46,273 |
| Rate Control | None — utility sets rates | As low as $0.10/kWh, predictable for 25 years |
| Home Value Impact | None | +$15,000–$25,000 (tax-exempt) |
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Statewide Solar Guides That Apply in Coal City
Local solar numbers depend on your utility, Illinois incentive rules, and state program eligibility.
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