Solar savings calculator

Last updated: 2026-07-28

Estimate what solar could save your New Zealand home. Choose your region and monthly power bill for an instant, indicative estimate — then get your exact numbers from a vetted local installer.

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Indicative only — based on New Zealand regional solar output and average power prices. Your actual result depends on your roof, usage and system, confirmed at your free on-site assessment.

What affects your solar savings

  • Your power bill — the higher your bill, the more you can save. Homes over $200/month see the strongest returns.
  • Your region — sunnier areas generate more power per panel, so savings vary by location.
  • When you use power — using power in daylight saves the full retail rate; a battery lets you use more of your own solar at night.
  • System size — a system matched to your usage pays back faster than an oversized one.

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Solar calculator — common questions

How accurate is this solar calculator?

It gives an indicative estimate based on New Zealand regional solar output and average power prices — good for a ballpark. Your exact saving depends on your roof, shading, usage pattern and power plan, which a vetted local installer confirms at a free on-site assessment.

How much can solar save my New Zealand home?

Most NZ homes save around $1,200–$2,500 a year with a well-sized system, depending on region, bill and whether you add a battery. Use the calculator above for a regional estimate.

Does the calculator include a government subsidy?

There is no national solar grant in NZ, so the figures reflect savings from avoiding retail power prices plus feed-in credits — not a rebate. See our NZ solar rebate guide for details.

What size solar system do I need?

As a rough guide, match the system to your power bill: smaller bills suit a 3–5 kW system, average homes a 6.6 kW system, and larger homes or those with EVs a 9–10 kW system. The calculator suggests a size from your bill; your installer confirms it.

Is solar worth it?

For most NZ homes with a sunny roof and a bill over $200/month, yes — payback is typically 10–15 years, then largely free power. See our full is-solar-worth-it guide.

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