Cost Comparision: Natural Gas Vs Other Energy Sources
Space Heating
Natural Gas is the most inexpensive way to heat a space. For every $1.00 you pay for natural gas to get the same amount of heat you would pay the following for other fuels:
| Energy Source |
Cost |
| Natural Gas |
$1.00 |
| Electricity |
$5.16 |
| Propane |
$3.59 |
| Fuel Oil |
$5.82 |
* Calculations based on Natural Gas and Propane furnaces rated at 95% efficiency, Fuel Oil at 85% efficiency, and Electricity at 100% efficiency.
Water Heating
Natural Gas is also the most inexpensive option for water heating. For every $1.00 you pay for Natural Gas to get the same amount of hot water you would pay the following for other fuels:
| Engery Source |
Cost |
| Natural Gas |
$1.00 |
| Electricity |
$3.18 |
| Propane |
$3.59 |
*Calculations based on Natural Gas and Propane water heaters rated at 55% efficiency and Electric water heaters rated at 94% efficiency.
