EV Solar Calculator for San Francisco, CA

Homeowners in San Francisco pay an average of $240/month for electricity through Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E). With 5.1 peak sun hours per day, solar can power both your home and EV charging.

5.1h/day
Peak Sun Hours
34.5¢/kWh
Electricity Rate
$240
Avg Monthly Bill
Partial
Net Metering

Calculate Your EV Solar Needs in San Francisco

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Your EV Solar Charging Estimate

Daily kWh for EV
8.7 kWh
Additional Solar Needed
1.7 kW
Additional Panels
5 panels
Additional Cost (before ITC)
$4,835
Cost After 30% ITC
$3,384
Annual Gas Savings
$411
Payback Period
8.2 years
Combined System
1.7 kW (5 panels)

* Estimates based on 5.1 peak sun hours/day in San Francisco, CA, 34.5¢/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 San Francisco

Utility & Permits

Utility Company
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
Permit Cost
$600
Permit Timeline
4-8 weeks
Net Metering
partial

EV Charging at a Glance

Electricity Rate
34.5¢/kWh
Avg Sun Hours
5.1h/day
Avg Monthly Bill
$240/mo
System Cost
$2.85/watt

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