How are homes heated in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County), OH?
Utility gas is the most common heating fuel in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County), used by 59.8% (±10.8 points) of occupied homes (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
31.1% heat with electricity.
8.1% heat with fuel oil or kerosene.
Figures last updated on .
- Utility gas
- 59.8% (±10.8 points)
- Electricity
- 31.1%
- Fuel oil, kerosene
- 8.1%
Heating fuel in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County)
| Fuel used most | Jefferson Township (Muskingum County) | Muskingum County | Ohio | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas | 59.8% (±10.8 points) | 55.2% | 64.0% | 46.5% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc. | 8.1% (±11.7 points) | 3.3% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Electricity | 31.1% (±9.9 points) | 29.4% | 26.0% | 41.3% |
| Bottled or tank gas (propane) | 0.4% (±0.9 points) | 7.3% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| Wood | 0.0% (±4.9 points) | 2.8% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| Solar energy | 0.0% (±4.9 points) | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Coal or coke | 0.0% (±4.9 points) | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel | 0.7% (±1.1 points) | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used | 0.0% (±4.9 points) | 0.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
The survey asks which fuel is used most to heat the home, so a home with a heat pump and an oil backup is counted once, under the one it uses most.
In Jefferson Township (Muskingum County), the share of homes heating with fuel oil is not measurably different from Muskingum County (3.3%).
It is not measurably different from Ohio (1.7%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.9%).
In Jefferson Township (Muskingum County), the share of homes heating with electricity is not measurably different from Muskingum County (29.4%).
It is not measurably different from Ohio (26.0%).
It is lower than the national figure (41.3%).
Homes heated by electricity in places near Jefferson Township (Muskingum County)
| Place | Distance | Homes heated by electricity | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Township (Muskingum County) | — | 31.1% (±9.9 points) | — |
| Dresden | 0.7 mi | 39.4% (±8.4 points) | Not measurably different |
| Cass Township (Muskingum County) | 2.5 mi | 26.6% (±12.3 points) | Not measurably different |
| Madison Township (Muskingum County) | 3.4 mi | 50.8% (±30.0 points) | Not measurably different |
| Muskingum Township (Muskingum County) | 4.8 mi | 33.9% (±9.4 points) | Not measurably different |
| Frazeysburg | 5.6 mi | 26.8% (±8.9 points) | Not measurably different |
| Washington Township (Coshocton County) | 6.4 mi | 42.4% (±25.5 points) | Not measurably different |
| Virginia Township | 6.6 mi | 66.0% (±19.8 points) | Higher |
| Jackson Township (Muskingum County) | 7.3 mi | 27.3% (±7.8 points) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Virginia Township, OH (66.0%).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Homes heated by fuel oil across Muskingum County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Homes heated by fuel oil |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Monroe Township (Muskingum County) | 23.9% (±26.2 points) |
| 4 | Madison Township (Muskingum County) | 19.7% (±30.7 points) |
| 5 | Brush Creek Township (Muskingum County) | 14.0% (±12.2 points) |
| 6 | Pleasant Grove | 11.5% (±11.7 points) |
| 7 | Cass Township (Muskingum County) | 9.2% (±11.6 points) |
| 8 | Highland Township (Muskingum County) | 8.5% (±11.7 points) |
| 9 | Jefferson Township (Muskingum County) | 8.1% (±11.7 points) |
| 10 | Clay Township (Muskingum County) | 7.7% (±11.6 points) |
| 11 | Washington Township (Muskingum County) | 7.1% (±5.5 points) |
| 12 | Harrison Township (Muskingum County) | 4.4% (±5.0 points) |
| 13 | Newton Township (Muskingum County) | 3.5% (±2.8 points) |
| 14 | Falls Township (Muskingum County) | 3.3% (±2.3 points) |
| 15 | Adamsville | 3.2% (±5.2 points) |
Showing 13 of 37 places in Muskingum County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Jefferson Township (Muskingum County)
What is the most common way to heat a home in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County)?
Utility gas is the most common heating fuel in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County), used by 59.8% of occupied homes (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
How many homes in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County) heat with oil?
8.1% (±11.7 points) of occupied homes in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County) use fuel oil or kerosene as their main heating fuel.
How many homes in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County) have electric heat?
31.1% (±9.9 points) of occupied homes in Jefferson Township (Muskingum County) heat mainly with electricity, which includes heat pumps.
Sources
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) for Jefferson township, Muskingum County, Ohio (county subdivision:38752, in state:39 county:119).
Each estimate (E or PE) has a margin of error beside it (M or PM).
The API needs a free key.
DP04_0063PE, DP04_0063PM, DP04_0066PE, DP04_0066PM, DP04_0065PE, DP04_0065PM, DP04_0064PE, DP04_0064PM, DP04_0068PE, DP04_0068PM, DP04_0069PE, DP04_0069PM, DP04_0067PE, DP04_0067PM, DP04_0070PE, DP04_0070PM, DP04_0071PE, DP04_0071PM
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