Solar System Sizing Tool — Roswell, NM
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Roswell. 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
ft
Peak sun hours: 6.5h/day
3.7
System Size (kW)
10
Panels Needed
180
Roof Space (sq ft)
$10,439
Est. Cost
8,690
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 Roswell, NM:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 14.5¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Roswell receives an average of 6.5 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 Roswell is 1,700 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Roswell, NM
14.5¢
Avg Rate / kWh
6.5h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
3.7 kW
Avg Recommended Size
10
Avg Panels Needed
$10,439
Est. Cost (before incentives)
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Utility Provider
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