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WA Solar Savings
📍 Tacoma, Washington•Tacoma Power Service Territory

Is Solar Worth It in Tacoma in 2026?

Tacoma Power implemented a 6.5% rate increase for 2026 following an identical hike in 2025. With Pierce County solar generation slightly outpacing Seattle and a 10.3% sales tax exemption, solar offers compelling long-term hedge against rising electric rates.

Tacoma Power Rate~12.0¢+6.5% 2026 rate hike
Annual Sun Production1,080kWh per 1 kW DC / yr
Pierce Co Sales Tax Saved10.3%100% exempt ($0 tax)
Average Payback11 – 13 yrs25-yr equipment life
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RCW 80.60 Net Metering & 100% Sales Tax Exemption
Tacoma (Downtown)Tacoma Power (12.0¢/kWh)
$170/mo
$40~1254 kWh/mo$600

South yields optimal solar production in Washington.

2026 Tax Credit RealityP.L. 119-21 Update

Direct homeowner purchases in 2026 have 0% federal tax credit (expired Dec 31, 2025). Leases/PPAs can still pass through commercial 30% credits.

Recommended Size
14 kW

~35 panels (15,120 kWh/yr)

Estimated Net Cost
$35,560

Saves $3,663 WA sales tax

Year 1 Savings
$1,806 /yr

~$151/mo bill reduction

Payback Period
15.7 yrs

$28,940 25-yr net profit

Environmental Impact: Offsets approx. 4.7 tons of CO₂ per year (equivalent to taking 1 passenger cars off Washington highways).
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Tacoma Power Schedule A-1 Net Metering

Tacoma Public Utilities offers simple 1:1 net metering interconnection for systems under 100 kW. Credits roll forward month-to-month, allowing homeowners in neighborhoods like North End, West End, and Stadium District to bank peak summer generation for winter heating.

Pierce County Permitting & Local Installers

Tacoma and Pierce County building departments have streamlined residential rooftop solar permits. Vetted regional installers like Sunbridge Solar handle the complete TPU electrical interconnection application and city building inspections end-to-end.