Solar Power Profile - Merkanooka, WA 6625
More than 9 homes in postcode 6625 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merkanooka.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 84 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 408 kWh per day, or 149 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,874.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $26,061 per year.
Merkanooka and 6625 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 104.3 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 869,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6625
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Solar Power in Merkanooka
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merkanooka: Mallee Vale - approx. 3.2 km
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Merkanooka Demographics
Merkanooka and the postcode of 6625 has a total population of 56 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 23 households in Merkanooka, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1812 per week per household.
About 52% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Merkanooka is $0/month. By installing solar power in Merkanooka, the average household could save Infinity% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $Infinity 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 3.05% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merkanooka is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Merkanooka
MERKANOOKA WA 6625 is a small town located in Western Australia. The town is known for its beautiful landscapes and natural attractions, including the Merkanooka Range and the Merkanooka National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking and camping in the park, as well as taking in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, MERKANOOKA is an ideal location for solar power. The town has a high solar yield, making it an attractive location for solar installers and renewable energy companies. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in MERKANOOKA is south-facing, with little to no shading issues.
Installing solar energy in MERKANOOKA not only benefits the environment, but also provides economic benefits to the town. By producing solar power, the town can reduce its reliance on traditional energy sources and save money on electricity bills. Additionally, solar power can help to create jobs and stimulate the local economy, making MERKANOOKA a great place to invest in renewable energy.