Solar System Sizing Tool — Las Vegas, NV
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Las Vegas. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
$
Local rate: 16.8¢/kWh
ft
Peak sun hours: 6.4h/day
4.9
System Size (kW)
13
Panels Needed
234
Roof Space (sq ft)
$13,943
Est. Cost
11,429
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 Las Vegas, NV:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 16.8¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Las Vegas receives an average of 6.4 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 Las Vegas is 2,000 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Las Vegas, NV
16.8¢
Avg Rate / kWh
6.4h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
4.9 kW
Avg Recommended Size
13
Avg Panels Needed
$13,943
Est. Cost (before incentives)
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