Heating Cost in New Jersey → Hunterdon County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Hunterdon County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 5,520 heating degree days for Hunterdon County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $1.37/therm | $15 | $1,140 | $190 |
| Heat Pump | $0.23/kWh | $23 | $1,746 | $291 |
| Heating Oil | $4.58/gallon | $39 | $3,007 | $501 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.23/kWh | $68 | $5,239 | $873 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,140/year estimated — saving $1,867/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.58/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.23/kWh (New Jersey avg). Gas: $1.37/therm (New Jersey avg). HDD: 5,520. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-06-03. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.23/kWh) and oil prices ($4.58/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 8.7 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 Hunterdon 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 Hunterdon County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.58/gal · 8 suppliers reporting prices
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