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Maine Average Monthly Heating Bill: $724 (oil heat, statewide median)
Average monthly heating cost during the October–March season for a 2,000 sq ft home:
| County | Monthly Oil | Monthly Gas | Monthly Heat Pump | HDD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| York | $656 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
| Cumberland | $661 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
| Sagadahoc | $664 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
| Androscoggin | $724 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
| Hancock | $724 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
| Kennebec | $724 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
| Lincoln | $724 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
| Penobscot | $724 | $262 | $545 | 7,776 |
Oil prices are local medians. Gas and electricity are Maine state averages (EIA). HDD from NOAA 30-year normals.
Updated: 2026-06-03. Click a county for detailed breakdown.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $1.34/therm | $14 | $1,574 | $262 |
| Heat Pump | $0.31/kWh | $30 | $3,268 | $545 |
| Heating Oil | $4.70/gallon | $40 | $4,345 | $724 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.31/kWh | $90 | $9,805 | $1,634 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,574/year estimated — saving $2,771/year vs heating oil
Based on a 2,000 sq ft home, 85% oil furnace efficiency, COP 3.0 heat pump, NOAA 30-year normal HDD, and EIA state-average energy rates.