New York vs New Jersey - Solar Energy Comparison
NY
New York
Installations
161,816
Capacity
7,765 MW
Avg Cost
$4.47/W
System Size
48.0 kW
NJ
New Jersey
Installations
192,243
Capacity
4,092 MW
System Size
21.3 kW
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | New York | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Total Installations | 161,816 | 192,243 |
| Total Capacity (MW) | 7,765 | 4,092 |
| Avg System Size (kW) | 48.0 | 21.3 |
| Residential % | 94% | 95% |
New York - Cost Trend ($/W)
New York Cost per Watt
Verdict: Which State Is Better for Solar?
New Jerseyedges ahead overall
- New Jersey has more installations (192,243 vs 161,816)
- New York has more total capacity (7,765 MW vs 4,092 MW)
Note: The best state for solar depends on your specific situation, including roof orientation, local utility rates, and available financing.
Source: LBNL Tracking the Sun / U.S. Department of Energy