Net Metering Savings Calculator
Energy Details
Net Metering Explained
How It Works: Excess solar energy is sent to the grid. Your utility credits you for this energy, offsetting future usage.
Credit Rates: Some states credit at full retail rate, others at reduced or wholesale rates. Check your utility's net metering policy.
About This Calculator
This net metering savings calculator helps you move from raw inputs to a decision-ready output in seconds.
Inside solar & energy, this tool gives you a practical way to model scenarios, compare outcomes, and make better next-step decisions without spreadsheet overhead.
If your workflow expands, pair this calculator with Solar Panel ROI Calculator and Solar Panel System Sizing Calculator to cross-check assumptions and build a stronger analysis chain.
Formula
Self-consumed = Production × Self-consumption % | Exported to grid = Production - Self-consumed | Imported from grid = Consumption - Self-consumed | Export credits = Exported × Export rate | Import costs = Imported × Import rate | Net monthly cost = Import costs - Export credits | Monthly savings = (Consumption × Import rate) - Net monthly cost
Example Calculation
The worked example below demonstrates how the input fields translate into the final output. Use it as a quick validation pass before entering your own numbers.
- System production (kWh/month): 6
- Home consumption (kWh/month): 8
- Grid export rate ($/kWh): 12
- Grid import rate ($/kWh): 3.5
Explanation of Results
Result Interpretation
The net metering savings calculator returned calculated value based on System production (k Wh/month) 6, Home consumption (k Wh/month) 8, Grid export rate ($/k Wh) 12, and Grid import rate ($/k Wh) 3.5. Use this result as a baseline, then adjust one input at a time to understand how sensitive your outcome is before making decisions.
FAQ
How should I validate the net metering savings calculator result?
Run a second scenario with rounded numbers, then compare the direction and magnitude of the change before using the value operationally.
What formula is this based on?
This page uses the following formula logic: Self-consumed = Production × Self-consumption % | Exported to grid = Production - Self-consumed | Imported from grid = Consumption - Self-consumed | Export credits = Exported × Export rate | Import costs = Imported × Import rate | Net monthly cost = Import costs - Export credits | Monthly savings = (Consumption × Import rate) - Net monthly cost
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