Head-to-Head Lifespan & Operating Cost Comparison (2,000 Sq Ft in Montana)
Option A: Geothermal Ground-Source (25-Yr Unit / 50-Yr Loop)Install: $18,500 | Lifespan: 25 Yrs
Option A Annual & Monthly Utility Bill:$635/yr ($53/mo)
Option A 15-Year Total Cost (Install + 15 Yrs Bills):$28,025
Option B: Air-Source Heat Pump (15-Yr Lifespan)Install: $6,800 | Lifespan: 15 Yrs
Option B Annual & Monthly Utility Bill:$860/yr ($72/mo)
Option B 15-Year Total Cost (Install + 15 Yrs Bills):$19,700
Montana Tariff & Break-Even Threshold:13.5¢/kWh Elec | $1.15/therm Gas (Break-Even: 13.2¢/kWh)
15-Year Net Lifespan Verdict in Montana:Air-Source Heat Pump saves $8,325 over 15 years
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