How Much Can Solar Save in Harvard?
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
$145
Annual Cost
$1,740
25-Year Cost (No Solar)
$95,464
What Solar Savings Look Like in Harvard
With a median home age around 1965 and 44.2% of homes built pre-1980, many properties are established. The community is primarily single-family, reflecting a traditional small-town residential pattern. This housing stock offers a suitable foundation for energy system integration.
Your Solar Investment
7 kW System
$18,200
$7,467
After All IL Incentives
With vs Without Solar in Harvard
| Metric | Without Solar | With Solar |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $145/mo | $109/mo (loan) |
| Monthly Cash Flow | -$0 (all to utility) | +$17/mo |
| 5-Year Cost | $9,396 | $6,540 |
| 25-Year Cost | $95,464 | $42,406 |
| 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 Harvard
Local solar numbers depend on your utility, Illinois incentive rules, and state program eligibility.
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