Heating Cost in Connecticut → Windham County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Windham County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 6,104 heating degree days for Windham County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↑ Oil prices in Windham County are up 5.9% 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 | $1,732 | $289 |
| Heat Pump | $0.30/kWh | $30 | $2,544 | $424 |
| Heating Oil | $4.29/gallon | $36 | $3,114 | $519 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.30/kWh | $89 | $7,631 | $1,272 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,732/year estimated — saving $1,382/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.29/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.30/kWh (Connecticut avg). Gas: $1.89/therm (Connecticut avg). HDD: 6,104. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-07-18. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.30/kWh) and oil prices ($4.29/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 19.3 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 Windham 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 Windham County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.29/gal · 10 suppliers reporting prices
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