Average Heating Bill in Pennsylvania → Philadelphia County
$448/mo
$2,686/year
$1.34/sq ft (oil heat, 2,000 sq ft home)
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $1.37/therm | $15 | $965 | $161 |
| Heat Pump | $0.20/kWh | $20 | $1,292 | $215 |
| Heating Oil | $4.83/gallon | $41 | $2,686 | $448 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.20/kWh | $59 | $3,875 | $646 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$965/year estimated — saving $1,721/year vs heating oil
Average monthly heating costs during the October–March season for a 2,000 sq ft home in Philadelphia 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 (4,677 HDD for Philadelphia County), and current EIA state-average energy rates. Oil prices reflect local median from 4 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 Philadelphia County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon.
Median: $4.83/gal · 4 suppliers reporting prices
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