Heating Cost in Connecticut → Hartford County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Hartford County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 5,963 heating degree days for Hartford County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↓ Oil prices in Hartford County are down 15.3% over the past 6 weeks. View current oil prices.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $1.89/therm | $20 | $1,692 | $282 |
| Heat Pump | $0.30/kWh | $30 | $2,485 | $414 |
| Heating Oil | $3.89/gallon | $33 | $2,759 | $460 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.30/kWh | $89 | $7,455 | $1,243 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,692/year estimated — saving $1,067/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $3.89/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.30/kWh (Connecticut avg). Gas: $1.89/therm (Connecticut avg). HDD: 5,963. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-06-19. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.30/kWh) and oil prices ($3.89/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 40.2 years (based on average installation cost of $11,000). Federal tax credits and state rebates can reduce this significantly.
During the heating season (October–March), a typical 2,000 sq ft home in Hartford County costs approximately:
If you're staying with oil heat, the biggest savings come from comparing local suppliers. The spread between cheapest and most expensive in Hartford County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $3.89/gal · 30 suppliers reporting prices
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