Solar System Sizing Tool — Buffalo, NY
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Buffalo. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
$
Local rate: 22¢/kWh
ft
Peak sun hours: 3.6h/day
7.1
System Size (kW)
18
Panels Needed
324
Roof Space (sq ft)
$20,349
Est. Cost
9,382
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 Buffalo, NY:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 22¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Buffalo receives an average of 3.6 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 Buffalo is 1,650 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Buffalo, NY
22¢
Avg Rate / kWh
3.6h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
7.1 kW
Avg Recommended Size
18
Avg Panels Needed
$20,349
Est. Cost (before incentives)
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