Heating Cost in Maine → Lincoln County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Lincoln County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 7,776 heating degree days for Lincoln County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↓ Oil prices in Lincoln County are down 4.1% over the past 6 weeks. View current oil prices.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $1.34/therm | $14 | $1,574 | $262 |
| Heat Pump | $0.31/kWh | $30 | $3,268 | $545 |
| Heating Oil | $4.70/gallon | $40 | $4,345 | $724 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.31/kWh | $90 | $9,805 | $1,634 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,574/year estimated — saving $2,771/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.70/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.31/kWh (Maine avg). Gas: $1.34/therm (Maine avg). HDD: 7,776. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-06-03. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.31/kWh) and oil prices ($4.70/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 10.2 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.70/gal · 4 suppliers reporting prices
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