Average Heating Bill in Massachusetts → Berkshire County
$691/mo
$4,146/year
$2.07/sq ft (oil heat, 2,000 sq ft home)
↓ Oil prices are down 5.0% over the past 6 weeks, which affects current heating bills. View price trends.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $2.49/therm | $27 | $2,698 | $450 |
| Heat Pump | $0.31/kWh | $30 | $3,074 | $512 |
| Heating Oil | $4.83/gallon | $41 | $4,146 | $691 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.31/kWh | $91 | $9,221 | $1,537 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$2,698/year estimated — saving $1,448/year vs heating oil
Average monthly heating costs during the October–March season for a 2,000 sq ft home in Berkshire County:
Based on a 2,000 sq ft home with 85% oil furnace efficiency, COP 3.0 heat pump, NOAA 30-year normal heating degree days (7,212 HDD for Berkshire County), and current EIA state-average energy rates. Oil prices reflect local median from 4 tracked suppliers.
Data updated 2026-06-12.
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If you're staying with oil heat, compare local suppliers to find the best price. The spread in Berkshire County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon.
Median: $4.83/gal · 4 suppliers reporting prices
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