Solar System Sizing Tool — Farmington, NM
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Farmington. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
Local rate: 14.5¢/kWh
Peak sun hours: 6.3h/day
3.8
System Size (kW)
10
Panels Needed
180
Roof Space (sq ft)
$10,770
Est. Cost
8,690
Annual kWh
100%
Energy Offset
How We Calculate Your System Size
Your recommended solar system size is based on several factors specific to Farmington, NM:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 14.5¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Farmington receives an average of 6.3 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 Farmington is 1,700 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Farmington, NM
14.5¢
Avg Rate / kWh
6.3h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
3.8 kW
Avg Recommended Size
10
Avg Panels Needed
$10,770
Est. Cost (before incentives)
PNM (Public Service Company of New Mexico)
Utility Provider
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