Solar Energy Data for New Jersey
Detailed solar irradiance and production data for 3 cities in New Jersey. The state averages 3.94 kWh/m²/day GHI — Average solar resources.
New Jersey near the national average for solar energy production. Solar installations are economically viable across most of New Jersey, particularly where electricity rates are above the national average.
New Jersey Overview
- Cities with data
- 3
- Avg. GHI
- 3.94 kWh/m²/day
- Solar Rating
- Average
- Best City
- Newark (3.96 kWh/m²/d)
Cities in New Jersey — Ranked by Solar Potential
3 cities| Rank | City | GHI (kWh/m²/d) | Peak Sun Hours | 5kW Production | Est. Annual Savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Newark (pop. 311,549) | 3.96 | 4.7 | 6,818 kWh | $1,248 | 8.4 yrs |
| #2 | Jersey City (pop. 292,449) | 3.93 | 4.6 | 6,745 kWh | $1,234 | 8.5 yrs |
| #3 | Paterson (pop. 145,233) | 3.93 | 4.6 | 6,760 kWh | $1,237 | 8.5 yrs |
Analyze any New Jersey location
These figures are city-level averages. For your exact address in New Jersey, use SolarScope's Site Studio to account for roof orientation, shading, and your utility rate.