How Much Can Solar Save in Hometown?
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
$142
Annual Cost
$1,704
25-Year Cost (No Solar)
$93,489
What Solar Savings Look Like in Hometown
With 74.5% homeownership and 94.1% of homes built before 1980, Hometown features a mature housing stock. The community's rural/small town character and prevalence of single-family homes can offer suitable lot sizes for installations, despite single-family homes being 14.6% of housing.
Your Solar Investment
6 kW System
$16,500
$6,534
After All IL Incentives
With vs Without Solar in Hometown
| Metric | Without Solar | With Solar |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $142/mo | $99/mo (loan) |
| Monthly Cash Flow | -$0 (all to utility) | +$20/mo |
| 5-Year Cost | $9,202 | $5,940 |
| 25-Year Cost | $93,489 | $42,279 |
| Rate Control | None — utility sets rates | As low as $0.10/kWh, fixed for 15 years |
| Home Value Impact | None | +$15,000–$25,000 (tax-exempt) |
Calculate YOUR Savings
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