Solar Power Profile - Federal, QLD 4568
More than 1220 homes in postcode 4568 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Federal, Pinbarren and Pomona.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,803 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 29,973 kWh per day, or 10,940 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,914,525.375 per year.
Federal and 4568 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 7,986.2 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 66,551,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4568
220th
State Wide
1006th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Federal
Average kW per solar installation
Postcode 4568
Number of Home Solar Systems Installed
Postcode 4568
Daily Avg Sunshine in Federal
Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Federal: Pomona Tm - approx. 5.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Federal, 4568
Federal Demographics
Federal and the postcode of 4568 has a total population of 3537 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 1484 households in Federal, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1421 per week per household.
About 78% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Federal is $1731/month. By installing solar power in Federal, the average household could save 7.69% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $66063 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 2.16% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Federal is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Federal
Federal is a small town located in the Sunshine Coast hinterland region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated on the eastern slopes of the Blackall Range, providing stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Federal is known for its lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and abundant wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, Federal is an ideal location for solar power production. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and take advantage of renewable energy. Solar installers in Federal can optimize solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and minimize shading issues, ensuring that homeowners and businesses can benefit from clean, sustainable energy.
By harnessing the power of the sun, Federal residents can reduce their carbon footprint, lower their energy bills, and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future. With the help of solar power and solar installers in the area, Federal is well on its way to becoming a model for renewable energy in Australia.