Heating Cost in Massachusetts → Bristol County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Bristol County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 5,704 heating degree days for Bristol County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↓ Oil prices in Bristol County are down 2.0% over the past 6 weeks. View current oil prices.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $2.62/therm | $28 | $2,250 | $375 |
| Heat Pump | $0.30/kWh | $30 | $2,357 | $393 |
| Heating Oil | $4.35/gallon | $37 | $2,951 | $492 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.30/kWh | $89 | $7,070 | $1,178 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$2,250/year estimated — saving $701/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.35/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.30/kWh (Massachusetts avg). Gas: $2.62/therm (Massachusetts avg). HDD: 5,704. 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 ($4.35/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 18.5 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 Bristol 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 Bristol County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.35/gal · 19 suppliers reporting prices
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