Heating Cost in Pennsylvania → Monroe County
How much does it cost to heat a home in Monroe County? Here's a breakdown by fuel type, using real local prices and 6,640 heating degree days for Monroe 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 | $1.61/therm | $17 | $1,607 | $268 |
| Heat Pump | $0.21/kWh | $20 | $1,900 | $317 |
| Heating Oil | $4.15/gallon | $35 | $3,277 | $546 |
| Electric Baseboard | $0.21/kWh | $61 | $5,700 | $950 |
Cheapest option for this area
Natural Gas
$1,607/year estimated — saving $1,670/year vs heating oil
Oil price: $4.15/gal (local median). Electricity: $0.21/kWh (Pennsylvania avg). Gas: $1.61/therm (Pennsylvania avg). HDD: 6,640. Estimates for a 2,000 sq ft home.
Prices updated: 2026-07-18. Prices may differ from real-time calculator.
At local electricity rates ($0.21/kWh) and oil prices ($4.15/gal), switching from oil to a heat pump would pay for itself in approximately 8 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 Monroe 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 Monroe County can be $0.50–$1.00/gallon — that's $250–$500/year on the same fuel.
Median: $4.15/gal · 6 suppliers reporting prices
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