Solar System Sizing Tool — Salt Lake City, UT
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Salt Lake City. 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
Peak sun hours: 5.3h/day
5.9
System Size (kW)
15
Panels Needed
270
Roof Space (sq ft)
$16,850
Est. Cost
11,438
Annual kWh
100%
Energy Offset
How We Calculate Your System Size
Your recommended solar system size is based on several factors specific to Salt Lake City, UT:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 12.8¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Salt Lake City receives an average of 5.3 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 Salt Lake City is 1,900 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Salt Lake City, UT
12.8¢
Avg Rate / kWh
5.3h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
5.9 kW
Avg Recommended Size
15
Avg Panels Needed
$16,850
Est. Cost (before incentives)
Rocky Mountain Power
Utility Provider
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