Heating Cost in Massachusetts → Plymouth County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Plymouth County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 5,723 heating degree days for Plymouth County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↓ Oil prices in Plymouth County are down 3.0% 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 | $2,257 | $376 |
| Heat Pump | $0.30/kWh | $30 | $2,365 | $394 |
| Heating Oil | $4.45/gallon | $38 | $3,029 | $505 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.30/kWh | $89 | $7,094 | $1,182 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$2,257/year estimated — saving $772/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.45/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.30/kWh (Massachusetts avg). Gas: $2.62/therm (Massachusetts avg). HDD: 5,723. 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 ($4.45/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 16.6 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.45/gal · 17 suppliers reporting prices
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