Average Heating Bill in Massachusetts → Franklin County
$630/mo
$3,783/year
$1.89/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 | $2,559 | $427 |
| Heat Pump | $0.31/kWh | $30 | $2,916 | $486 |
| Heating Oil | $4.65/gallon | $40 | $3,783 | $630 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.31/kWh | $91 | $8,747 | $1,458 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$2,559/year estimated — saving $1,224/year vs heating oil
Average monthly heating costs during the October–March season for a 2,000 sq ft home in Franklin 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 (6,841 HDD for Franklin 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 Franklin County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon.
Median: $4.65/gal · 8 suppliers reporting prices
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