OffGridIQ

Location Intelligence for Off-Grid Living

Access solar resources, climate data, water availability, elevation, and more from 10 government sources.

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Enter ZIP Code
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10 Data Sources

Government and scientific databases including NREL, USGS, EPA, NOAA, and Census Bureau

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40,000+ Locations

Search any U.S. ZIP code for comprehensive off-grid suitability data

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Solar Analysis

Peak sun hours, GHI, and DNI data from NREL for sizing solar systems

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Water Resources

USGS groundwater data showing nearby wells within 25 miles

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Growing Zones

USDA hardiness zones and frost dates for agricultural planning

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Elevation Data

Precise USGS elevation for site planning and climate assessment

Trusted Data Sources

Hover over each source to learn more about the data we provide

☀️ NREL Solar
National Renewable Energy Laboratory Solar irradiance data including peak sun hours, GHI, and DNI. Essential for sizing solar panel systems accurately for your location.
🌡️ Open-Meteo
Open-Meteo Weather API Historical climate averages including temperature ranges, precipitation, and wind speed. Helps assess year-round livability.
🌱 USDA Zones
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones Official growing zone data based on minimum winter temperatures. Critical for planning gardens and orchards.
💧 USGS Water
U.S. Geological Survey Groundwater Nearby well locations within 25 miles. Indicates groundwater availability for drilling your own well.
⛰️ USGS Elevation
U.S. Geological Survey National Map Precise elevation data in feet. Important for drainage planning, climate estimation, and building permits.
🌬️ EPA Air Quality
Environmental Protection Agency AQI Current Air Quality Index and health category. Important for those with respiratory concerns or sensitive to pollution.
☁️ NWS Weather
National Weather Service (NOAA) Real-time weather conditions including current temperature and sky conditions. Official U.S. forecast data.
👥 Census Bureau
U.S. Census Bureau ACS Population, median income, and demographic data. Helps understand community size and economic conditions.
🗺️ Census Geocoder
Census Bureau Geocoding Service Converts ZIP codes to precise coordinates and identifies county boundaries for accurate regional data.
🔫 Carry Laws
State Constitutional Carry Database Current concealed carry laws by state. Shows whether permits are required or if constitutional carry is in effect.

Why OffGridIQ?

Planning for off-grid living requires researching multiple factors across many government websites. OffGridIQ eliminates this complexity by aggregating critical data from 10 authoritative sources into a single, easy-to-read report. Whether you're evaluating property, planning a solar installation, or assessing agricultural potential, get the data-driven foundation you need to make informed decisions.

Our intelligent caching system ensures fast results while our direct API connections to NREL, USGS, EPA, NOAA, and other agencies guarantee accurate, up-to-date information for any U.S. location.