Average Heating Bill in Massachusetts → Worcester County
$566/mo
$3,397/year
$1.70/sq ft (oil heat, 2,000 sq ft home)
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $2.62/therm | $28 | $2,626 | $438 |
| Heat Pump | $0.30/kWh | $30 | $2,751 | $459 |
| Heating Oil | $4.29/gallon | $36 | $3,397 | $566 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.30/kWh | $89 | $8,253 | $1,376 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$2,626/year estimated — saving $771/year vs heating oil
Average monthly heating costs during the October–March season for a 2,000 sq ft home in Worcester 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 (6,658 HDD for Worcester County), and current EIA state-average energy rates. Oil prices reflect local median from 28 tracked suppliers.
Data updated 2026-07-17.
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Median: $4.29/gal · 28 suppliers reporting prices
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