Winter Heating Bills 2025: How to Save Money and Keep Your House Warm (Updated Dec. 19, 2025)
U.S. heating bills are rising as December turns colder than forecast, with the Energy Information Administration reporting higher natural gas and electricity prices. Electricity-heated homes face winter bills about 4% above last year. Baltimore Gas and Electric says customer usage jumped 9% in early winter. Utilities and consumer groups urge households to adjust thermostats and seek bill-assistance programs.