Solar System Sizing Tool — Rochester, MN
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Rochester. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
$
Local rate: 15.2¢/kWh
ft
Peak sun hours: 3.9h/day
7.2
System Size (kW)
19
Panels Needed
342
Roof Space (sq ft)
$20,548
Est. Cost
10,263
Annual kWh
100%
Energy Offset
Energy Offset100% of your usage covered by solar
0%50%100%
How We Calculate Your System Size
Your recommended solar system size is based on several factors specific to Rochester, MN:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 15.2¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Rochester receives an average of 3.9 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 Rochester is 1,800 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Rochester, MN
15.2¢
Avg Rate / kWh
3.9h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
7.2 kW
Avg Recommended Size
19
Avg Panels Needed
$20,548
Est. Cost (before incentives)
Rochester Public Utilities
Utility Provider
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