Heat pump payback ranges from 2 years in Rhode Island (thanks to $11,500 in rebates) to 8+ years in Pennsylvania. This state-by-state breakdown shows exact costs, incentives, and timelines.
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Pennsylvania Heat Pump ROI at a Glance
Net Cost
$12,050
After $450 rebate
Annual Savings
$1,520
vs oil heating
Payback
7.9 years
break-even
10-Year Savings
$3,150
cumulative net
Full Cost Breakdown
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Installed cost (whole-home cold-climate system) | $12,500 |
| PA Utility Rebate rebate | -$450 |
| Net cost | $12,050 |
Annual Savings Calculation
| Metric | Oil Heating | Heat Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel price | $3.60/gal | $0.18/kWh |
| Annual cost | $2,100 | $580 |
| Annual savings | $1,520/year |
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Cumulative Savings Timeline
| Year | Cumulative Savings | Net Position |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $1,520 | $-10,530 |
| Year 2 | $3,040 | $-9,010 |
| Year 3 | $4,560 | $-7,490 |
| Year 5 | $7,600 | $-4,450 |
| Year 7 | $10,640 | $-1,410 |
| Year 10 | $15,200 | +$3,150 |
| Year 15 | $22,800 | +$10,750 |
Assumptions and Methodology
- Installation cost: typical 2.5-3 ton whole-home cold-climate system
- Oil prices: current EIA residential heating oil data for Pennsylvania
- Electricity rates: current EIA residential rate for Pennsylvania
- Heat pump COP: average 3.0 across heating season
- Oil consumption: 800 gallons/year for typical 2,000 sqft home
- Does not account for fuel price escalation (which typically favors heat pumps)
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