How Much Can Solar Save in Payson?
Real numbers based on current Ameren Illinois rates and Illinois incentives.
What You're Paying Now
Without solar, here's what Ameren Illinois electricity will cost you over time at 6% annual rate increases.
Monthly Bill
$125
Annual Cost
$1,500
25-Year Cost (No Solar)
$82,297
What Solar Savings Look Like in Payson
Payson's housing stock, primarily single-family homes built before 1980, offers many suitable roofs for solar. The high homeownership rate (83.1%) indicates a stable community invested in property improvements. Its rural, small-town character suggests consistent residential demand for systems that enhance home utility and value.
Your Solar Investment
8 kW System
$22,000
$12,608
After All IL Incentives
With vs Without Solar in Payson
| Metric | Without Solar | With Solar |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $125/mo | $132/mo (loan) |
| Monthly Cash Flow | -$0 (all to utility) | $-26/mo |
| 5-Year Cost | $8,100 | $7,920 |
| 25-Year Cost | $82,297 | $50,135 |
| 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) |
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