Heating Cost in Maine → Kennebec County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Kennebec County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 7,776 heating degree days for Kennebec County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↓ Oil prices in Kennebec County are down 6.7% over the past 6 weeks. View current oil prices.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $1.57/therm | $17 | $1,834 | $306 |
| Heat Pump | $0.28/kWh | $28 | $3,012 | $502 |
| Heating Oil | $4.29/gallon | $36 | $3,966 | $661 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.28/kWh | $83 | $9,036 | $1,506 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,834/year estimated — saving $2,132/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.29/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.28/kWh (Maine avg). Gas: $1.57/therm (Maine avg). HDD: 7,776. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-07-18. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.28/kWh) and oil prices ($4.29/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 11.5 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 Kennebec 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 Kennebec County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.29/gal · 12 suppliers reporting prices
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