Solar in Buffalo, NY
Everything you need to know about going solar in Buffalo — local sun hours, electric rates, installation costs, and available programs.
3.6 hrs/day
Peak Sun Hours
18.4¢/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
$3.05/W
Solar Cost/Watt
National Grid
Top Utility
Sample 8 kW System
$17,080
After 30% ITC
($24,400 before)
$1,934/yr
Est. Annual Savings
10,512 kWh/yr
8.8 yrs
Est. Payback
Estimates based on local averages for an 8 kW system. Actual results depend on roof, shading, utility plan, and consumption.
Local Programs
Net MeteringAvailable
Community SolarAvailable
NY-Sun incentives help offset lower solar production in Western NY.