Is there a limit to the amount of solar panels a house can have in Sioux Falls?

As a general rule, unless there are local limitations, the main limitations to the amount of solar panels you can put on your roof are the available space on your roof, your electricity usage, your providers net metering rules, and the limitations of your house hold electrical system.

How much to install solar panels in Sioux Falls?

Based on our research the average price per installed watt is $0 in Sioux Falls. This means for a 10kW system you can expect to pay $0 though pricing can vary significantly between installers based on the projects requirements.

How much do solar panels add to house value in Sioux Falls?

Based on a Zillow research study from 2019, home with solar panels sell for roughly 4.1% more.

What direction should solar panels face in Sioux Falls?

To generate the most power, solar panels in the United States should face true south as this generally results in the solar panels receiving the most light each day throughout the course of the year. That said, given that energy prices are often variable throughout the day, your installer may recommend you rotate your panels slightly so that the panels will receive more light at the end of the day when energy prices can be more expensive. That said, for most consumers the positioning of solar panels is highly dependent on your home's roof.

How many solar panel installers in Sioux Falls?

Based on our continuously updated database of solar installers, we have found 6 verified solar install companies in Sioux Falls

Solar Energy in Sioux Falls

Solar Rates, Incentives, Plans & Statistics

Going solar in Sioux Falls, SD

In Sioux Falls, an average home needs a 7kW solar system in order cover most of their electricity needs. Given the average residential price-per-watt of $0 in Sioux Falls, a 7kW system can cost around $0 depending on applicable rebates and other factors.

Average out-of-pocket cost for a 5 kW system The upfront amount spent to buy and install solar.

Sioux Falls: $0US Average: $18,172

Average Payback Period The number of years until you break even on the solar investment.

Sioux Falls: 0 yearsUS Average: 11 years

Average Net 20-year savings The total amount of money saved over 20 years minus the out-of-pocket cost.

Sioux Falls: $27,313US Average: $14,836

Solar Potential in Sioux Falls

Estimated system size and solar electricity production per median viable roof in
Sioux Falls.

Roof size 715sq. ft.

Capacity 10kW DC

Electricity 12kkWh AC per yr.

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Compare solar panels by system size in Sioux Falls

Get the most value out of your roof by comparing the different benefits a given system size has.

System Size 3kW

Roof Size Min. space required

215 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $605 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 3kWthis system

Est. yearly production 4,392 kWh
Est. monthly savings $50
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 0.9 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 41 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 2,222 mi less a year

System Size 4kW

Roof Size Min. space required

286 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $807 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 4kWthis system

Est. yearly production 5,856 kWh
Est. monthly savings $67
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 1.2 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 55 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 2,963 mi less a year

System Size 5kW

Roof Size Min. space required

358 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,009 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 5kWthis system

Est. yearly production 7,320 kWh
Est. monthly savings $84
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 1.5 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 69 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 3,703 mi less a year

System Size 6kW

Roof Size Min. space required

429 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,210 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 6kWthis system

Est. yearly production 8,784 kWh
Est. monthly savings $101
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 1.8 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 82 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 4,444 mi less a year

System Size 7kW

Roof Size Min. space required

501 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,412 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 7kWthis system

Est. yearly production 10,248 kWh
Est. monthly savings $114
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 2.03 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 93 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 5,023 mi less a year

Current utility bill:

Sioux Falls solar incentives, tax credit, and rebates

Sioux Falls has 3 rebates and tax credits that you may be eligable for. Visit the official links for more details to see if you apply.

Large Commercial Wind and Solar Alternative Taxes

Value:Varies

Solar and wind energy facilities in South Dakota that are rated for 5+ MW are taxed on an alternative rate schedule. The schedule applies to all constituent equipment. The annual tax rate currently sits at $3/kW of facility capacity, with an additional charge of less than one cent per kilowatt hour of energy actually produced. Revenue from the alternative schedule will support statewide renewable energy initiatives, with a portion going to the appropriate county government. Additional information is available from the South Dakota Department of Revenue.

Renewable, Recycled and Conserved Energy Objective

Value:Varies

South Dakota first established a sustainable energy objective in 2008. While the policy shares similar objectives to other state RPS laws, it differs in two key areas. Legislators chose to consolidate renewable, conserved, and recycled forms of energy to form a single increasing quota. Further, compliance with the objective is voluntary. Despite mandatory reporting requirements, utilities cannot be penalized for failing to participate or meet annual goals. Objective progress is measured using Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) as well as megawatt-hour certificates for energy savings or recycled energy. Annual reports from each utility detail the RECs and certificates they accumulate. Additional information and copies of these reports are available from the Public Utility Commission.

Renewable Energy Facility Sales and Use Tax Reimbursement

Value:Varies

In South Dakota, sales/use tax investment "refunds" may apply to non-residential renewable energy systems. Corporations may apply the credit to manufacturing facilities that produce renewable energy equipment. Qualifying facilities should be valued at over $20 million; new equipment should be valued at over $2 million. The investment payment can cover real estate, labor, equipment, and compliance costs. Interested taxpayers may apply to the Governor's Office of Economic Development.

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Frequently Asked Questions

As a general rule, unless there are local limitations, the main limitations to the amount of solar panels you can put on your roof are the available space on your roof, your electricity usage, your providers net metering rules, and the limitations of your house hold electrical system.
Based on our research the average price per installed watt is $0 in Sioux Falls. This means for a 10kW system you can expect to pay $0 though pricing can vary significantly between installers based on the projects requirements.
Based on a Zillow research study from 2019, home with solar panels sell for roughly 4.1% more.
To generate the most power, solar panels in the United States should face true south as this generally results in the solar panels receiving the most light each day throughout the course of the year. That said, given that energy prices are often variable throughout the day, your installer may recommend you rotate your panels slightly so that the panels will receive more light at the end of the day when energy prices can be more expensive. That said, for most consumers the positioning of solar panels is highly dependent on your home's roof.
Based on our continuously updated database of solar installers, we have found 6 verified solar install companies in Sioux Falls