Solar System Sizing Tool — Great Falls, MT
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Great Falls. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
$
Local rate: 12.8¢/kWh
ft
Peak sun hours: 4.5h/day
6.6
System Size (kW)
17
Panels Needed
306
Roof Space (sq ft)
$18,707
Est. Cost
10,781
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 Great Falls, MT:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 12.8¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Great Falls receives an average of 4.5 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 Great Falls is 1,650 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Great Falls, MT
12.8¢
Avg Rate / kWh
4.5h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
6.6 kW
Avg Recommended Size
17
Avg Panels Needed
$18,707
Est. Cost (before incentives)
NorthWestern Energy
Utility Provider
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