Solar System Sizing Tool — Oakland, CA
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Oakland. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
$
Local rate: 34¢/kWh
ft
Peak sun hours: 5.2h/day
4.6
System Size (kW)
12
Panels Needed
216
Roof Space (sq ft)
$12,984
Est. Cost
8,647
Annual kWh
100%
Energy Offset
Energy Offset100% of your usage covered by solar
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How We Calculate Your System Size
Your recommended solar system size is based on several factors specific to Oakland, CA:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 34¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Oakland receives an average of 5.2 peak sun hours per day, which determines how much energy each panel produces.
- Panel specifications: We use 400W panels, each requiring approximately 18 sq ft of roof space, which is standard for modern residential installations.
- Roof space: The total roof area needed depends on the number of panels. The average home in Oakland is 1,500 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Oakland, CA
34¢
Avg Rate / kWh
5.2h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
4.6 kW
Avg Recommended Size
12
Avg Panels Needed
$12,984
Est. Cost (before incentives)
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
Utility Provider
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