Solar Power Profile - Marathon, QLD 4821
More than 351 homes in postcode 4821 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Marathon, Dutton River, Hughenden, Porcupine, Prairie, Stamford and Tangorin.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,825 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 14,870 kWh per day, or 5,428 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,682.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $949,821.25 per year.
Marathon and 4821 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 3,962.44 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 33,020,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4821
282nd
State Wide
1448th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Marathon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Marathon: Dutton River Station - approx. 8.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Marathon, 4821
Marathon Demographics
Marathon and the postcode of 4821 has a total population of 1204 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 710 households in Marathon, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1352 per week per household.
About 44% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Marathon is $769/month. By installing solar power in Marathon, the average household could save 29.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $249828 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 3.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Marathon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Marathon
Dutton River is a small town located in the heart of Queensland, Australia. Situated in the Isaac Region, this town is surrounded by natural beauty and boasts a peaceful, laid-back lifestyle. One of the main attractions of Dutton River is the nearby Mount Britton National Park, which offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular spot for hiking and camping.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, Dutton River is an ideal location for solar power. The town's sunny weather and lack of shading issues make it a prime spot for solar panel installation. Solar power is an excellent way to reduce energy costs and decrease your carbon footprint, and there are many reputable solar installers in the Dutton River area who can help you get started.
By harnessing the power of the sun, residents of Dutton River can enjoy reliable, renewable energy and do their part to protect the environment. Whether you're looking to power your home or your business, solar power is a smart investment that can save you money in the long run. So why not take advantage of all that Dutton River has to offer and make the switch to solar power today?