Is Solar Worth It in Connecticut? An Honest Answer
Updated August 2026 with the latest rates and program details from PURA, Eversource, and state program filings.
Thesis: solar is not worth it for every home — but southern New England is one of the best regions in America for the homes where it is, because payback is driven by the rate you avoid. Even after 2026's rate relief, Connecticut homes pay about 23.5¢/kWh all-in and Massachusetts homes above 30¢ — nearly 40¢ in some territories — versus a national average of about 18.8¢. The same roof pays back faster here than almost anywhere in the country.
When solar is worth it
- Your electric bill is meaningful. A 700 kWh/month Connecticut household still spends roughly $2,000 a year on electricity even at today's improved rates — that's the pool solar draws savings from.
- Your roof gets sun. South, east, or west-facing planes without heavy shade are ideal.
- You plan to stay a while. Connecticut's RRES locks your solar arrangement for a 20-year term, Massachusetts net metering credits at retail, and the value compounds over years of avoided rate increases.
When it isn't
Heavy year-round shade, a roof at the very end of its life with no path to covered replacement, or unusually tiny electric bills can all tip the math the wrong way. When that's the case, we say so — ask any of the 20 reviewers on our reviews page.
The honest way to find out
A real answer takes your last electric bill and a look at your roof — about 30 minutes. If solar makes sense, we show you the numbers line by line. If it doesn't, you'll know that too, for free.