EV Solar Calculator for Sacramento, CA

Homeowners in Sacramento pay an average of $230/month for electricity through Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). With 5.8 peak sun hours per day, solar can power both your home and EV charging.

5.8h/day
Peak Sun Hours
28¢/kWh
Electricity Rate
$230
Avg Monthly Bill
Partial
Net Metering

Calculate Your EV Solar Needs in Sacramento

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0 kW15 kW
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$2.00$7.00
15 MPG50 MPG

Your EV Solar Charging Estimate

Daily kWh for EV
8.7 kWh
Additional Solar Needed
1.5 kW
Additional Panels
4 panels
Additional Cost (before ITC)
$4,251
Cost After 30% ITC
$2,976
Annual Gas Savings
$616
Payback Period
4.8 years
Combined System
1.5 kW (4 panels)

* Estimates based on 5.8 peak sun hours/day in Sacramento, CA, 28¢/kWh electricity rate, 12,000 annual miles, Tesla Model 3 at 3.8 mi/kWh, 30% federal ITC, and $3.50/gal gas at 28 MPG comparison. Actual results may vary.

Local Solar Details for Sacramento

Utility & Permits

Utility Company
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)
Permit Cost
$500
Permit Timeline
3-5 weeks
Net Metering
partial

EV Charging at a Glance

Electricity Rate
28¢/kWh
Avg Sun Hours
5.8h/day
Avg Monthly Bill
$230/mo
System Cost
$2.85/watt

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