Solar Power Profile - Salmon Gums, WA 6445
More than 6 homes in postcode 6445 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Salmon Gums and North Cascade.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 61 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 259 kWh per day, or 95 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,746.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $16,543.625 per year.
Salmon Gums and 6445 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 66.5 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 554,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6445
351st
State Wide
2589th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Salmon Gums
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Salmon Gums: Salmon Gums - approx. 144 m
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Salmon Gums Demographics
Salmon Gums and the postcode of 6445 has a total population of 130 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 69 households in Salmon Gums, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 966 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 Salmon Gums is $661/month. By installing solar power in Salmon Gums, the average household could save 34.63% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $297568 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 5.47% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Salmon Gums is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Salmon Gums
NORTH CASCADE WA 6445 is a small town located in the northern part of Washington state, near the Canadian border. It is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the North Cascades and the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and skiing.
With over 200 days of sunshine per year, NORTH CASCADE WA 6445 is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation for this area is south-facing with an angle of 30-40 degrees. However, potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels. Despite this, solar yields in this area are still high, making it a great location for solar power.
By installing solar energy in NORTH CASCADE WA 6445, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy costs, increased energy independence, and a smaller carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help combat climate change and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. Solar installers in the area can help guide residents and businesses through the process of installing solar panels and maximizing their solar energy production.