Goodyear is a thriving West Valley community with over 105,000 residents, known for its master-planned neighborhoods and strong community growth. Served by APS, Goodyear homeowners face rising electricity costs that make solar an increasingly smart investment.
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Days of sun in Goodyear
$1,000
AZ tax credit
10-14 yr
Avg payback period
Goodyear is served by APS, with average residential rates of $0.128/kWh. Rates have increased 8.5% recently — solar locks in your energy costs for 25+ years.
APS rates rose 8.5% in 2025 — solar hedges against continued increases
Goodyear's clear skies deliver 6.5+ hours of peak sun daily
Master-planned communities often have south-facing roof orientations ideal for solar
Goodyear property values are rising — solar adds value without increasing property tax
$205
Avg monthly bill
6.5
Peak sun hours/day
10 kW
Typical system size
Goodyear residents qualify for state incentives and tax exemptions that reduce the cost of going solar.
The 30% federal Investment Tax Credit for residential solar was eliminated by the One Big Beautiful Bill on Dec 31, 2025. Battery storage systems still qualify for a separate 30% federal credit. Read our full guide.
Arizona offers a 25% state tax credit, capped at $1,000.
Solar panels won't increase your property taxes in Arizona, even though they add $15,000-$20,000 to your home's value. Plus, solar equipment is exempt from Arizona sales tax.
A typical Goodyear home with a $200/month APS bill can save $25,000-$40,000 over 25 years. With the $1,000 AZ state credit, net system cost is typically $27,000-$28,000 for a 10 kW system. Arizona also exempts solar from sales and property tax.
Yes, APS uses time-of-use pricing where electricity costs more during peak hours (3-8 PM). Solar produces most energy during these expensive hours, which maximizes your savings. Net billing credits excess production at $0.065/kWh.
No. Under Arizona law (ARS 33-1816), HOAs cannot prohibit solar installations. They may have guidelines about placement and appearance, but these must be reasonable and cannot effectively prevent you from going solar.
Dust storms (haboobs) can temporarily reduce panel output, but rainfall typically cleans panels naturally. Most homeowners find production impact minimal over the course of a year. Occasional rinsing with a garden hose helps maintain optimal performance.
Goodyear's permitting process typically takes 1-2 weeks. Your solar installer handles all permitting. After installation, APS interconnection takes an additional 2-4 weeks. Total time from contract to power-on is usually 6-8 weeks.
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