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Solar Power Profile - Jobs Gate, QLD 4490

More than 327 homes in postcode 4490 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Jobs Gate, Barringun, Coongoola, Cunnamulla, Cuttaburra, Humeburn, Linden, Noorama, Tuen, Widgeegoara and Yowah.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,060 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,959 kWh per day, or 3,635 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $636,131.125 per year.

Jobs Gate and 4490 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 2,653.55 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 22,112,917 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4490

302nd

State Wide

1609th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Jobs Gate

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Jobs Gate: Chaloner Park - approx. 38.4 km

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Line Force Electrical

Cunnamulla, 4490

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Community Solar Statistics - Jobs Gate, 4490

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Jobs Gate Demographics

Jobs Gate and the postcode of 4490 has a total population of 1411 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 835 households in Jobs Gate, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 920 per week per household.

About 41% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Jobs Gate is $707/month. By installing solar power in Jobs Gate, the average household could save 22.59% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $194098 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 4.01% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Jobs Gate is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Jobs Gate

BARRINGUN QLD 4490 is a small town located in the remote outback of Queensland, Australia. Despite its small size, BARRINGUN offers a unique experience for visitors with its stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The town is situated in the heart of the Mulga Lands Bioregion, which is known for its diverse flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the nearby Barringun Range National Park, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges.

With its sunny weather and high solar irradiance, BARRINGUN is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town receives an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a prime location for solar panel installations. Solar installers in BARRINGUN can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Despite potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings, solar power remains a viable and sustainable energy source for BARRINGUN residents.

Installing solar energy in BARRINGUN can provide numerous benefits for the local community. It can help reduce energy costs, increase energy independence, and reduce carbon emissions. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, solar power can also help attract new businesses and industries to the area. By investing in solar energy, BARRINGUN can become a leader in sustainable energy production and contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future.

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