Average Heating Bill in Massachusetts → Essex County
$558/mo
$3,346/year
$1.67/sq ft (oil heat, 2,000 sq ft home)
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $2.49/therm | $27 | $2,289 | $381 |
| Heat Pump | $0.31/kWh | $30 | $2,607 | $435 |
| Heating Oil | $4.60/gallon | $39 | $3,346 | $558 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.31/kWh | $91 | $7,822 | $1,304 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$2,289/year estimated — saving $1,057/year vs heating oil
Average monthly heating costs during the October–March season for a 2,000 sq ft home in Essex 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 (6,118 HDD for Essex County), and current EIA state-average energy rates. Oil prices reflect local median from 8 tracked suppliers.
Data updated 2026-06-02.
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If you're staying with oil heat, compare local suppliers to find the best price. The spread in Essex County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon.
Median: $4.60/gal · 8 suppliers reporting prices
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