Heating Cost in New Hampshire → Belknap County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Belknap County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 7,451 heating degree days for Belknap County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↓ Oil prices in Belknap County are down 8.2% over the past 6 weeks. View current oil prices.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | $2.48/therm | $27 | $2,777 | $463 |
| Heat Pump Cheapest | $0.27/kWh | $27 | $2,776 | $463 |
| Heating Oil | $4.50/gallon | $38 | $3,986 | $664 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.27/kWh | $80 | $8,328 | $1,388 |
Cheapest option for this area
Heat Pump
$2,776/year estimated — saving $1,210/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.50/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.27/kWh (New Hampshire avg). Gas: $2.48/therm (New Hampshire avg). HDD: 7,451. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-07-19. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.27/kWh) and oil prices ($4.50/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 9.1 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 Belknap 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 Belknap County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.50/gal · 10 suppliers reporting prices
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