Heating Cost in New York → Queens County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Queens County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 4,751 heating degree days for Queens County.
Estimates are for a typical 2,000 sq ft home. Use the calculator for your exact ZIP code.
↑ Oil prices in Queens County are up 8.3% over the past 6 weeks. View current oil prices.
| Fuel | Local Price | Cost/MMBTU | Annual Cost | Monthly (Heating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Cheapest | $2.04/therm | $22 | $1,459 | $243 |
| Heat Pump | $0.29/kWh | $29 | $1,914 | $319 |
| Heating Oil | $4.44/gallon | $38 | $2,508 | $418 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.29/kWh | $86 | $5,741 | $957 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,459/year estimated — saving $1,049/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.44/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.29/kWh (New York avg). Gas: $2.04/therm (New York avg). HDD: 4,751. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-07-27. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.29/kWh) and oil prices ($4.44/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 18.5 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 Queens 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 Queens County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.44/gal · 6 suppliers reporting prices
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