Solar Power Profile - Gigoomgan, QLD 4620
More than 99 homes in postcode 4620 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gigoomgan, Aramara, Brooweena, Doongul, Glenbar, Gungaloon, Malarga, North Aramara, Teebar and Woocoo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 508 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,286 kWh per day, or 834 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $146,018.25 per year.
Gigoomgan and 4620 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 608.82 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 5,073,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4620
380th
State Wide
2190th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Gigoomgan
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gigoomgan: Mt Joseph Tm - approx. 2.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Gigoomgan, 4620
Gigoomgan Demographics
Gigoomgan and the postcode of 4620 has a total population of 394 people, with a median age of 56 years. There are 213 households in Gigoomgan, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 945 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gigoomgan is $700/month. By installing solar power in Gigoomgan, the average household could save 17.49% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $150296 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 2.99% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gigoomgan is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gigoomgan
ARAMARA QLD 4620 is a small town located in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated approximately 300km northwest of Brisbane and 120km west of Maryborough. ARAMARA is known for its beautiful natural scenery, including the nearby mountain ranges of Mount Walsh and Mount Perry. The town also has a number of local attractions, including the ARAMARA Heritage Trail and the ARAMARA War Memorial.
ARAMARA enjoys a sunny climate with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences mild winters and hot summers, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 30°C. The optimal angle for solar panels in ARAMARA is around 23°, with a south-facing orientation being the most efficient. However, it is important to consider potential shading issues when installing solar panels in the area.
With its sunny climate and ideal location, ARAMARA is a great place to consider installing solar energy. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy costs. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in ARAMARA can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and generate their own electricity. There are a number of solar installers in the area that can help with the installation and maintenance of solar panels, making it easy for residents and businesses to make the switch to solar energy.