Heating Cost in New Jersey → Sussex County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Sussex County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 6,043 heating degree days for Sussex County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↓ Oil prices in Sussex County are down 6.5% over the past 6 weeks. View current oil prices.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $1.40/therm | $15 | $1,277 | $213 |
| Heat Pump | $0.24/kWh | $23 | $1,945 | $324 |
| Heating Oil | $4.29/gallon | $36 | $3,083 | $514 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.24/kWh | $69 | $5,834 | $972 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,277/year estimated — saving $1,806/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.29/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.24/kWh (New Jersey avg). Gas: $1.40/therm (New Jersey avg). HDD: 6,043. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-07-19. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.24/kWh) and oil prices ($4.29/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 9.7 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 Sussex 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 Sussex County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.29/gal · 10 suppliers reporting prices
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