Generator Cost
Upfront connection cost and ongoing fuel cost both factor into this comparison, and the right choice often comes down to whether natural gas utility service even reaches your property.
Natural gas hookup
$500–$2,500
Requires an existing gas utility line nearby; ongoing fuel cost is typically lower and there's no tank to refill.
Propane tank + line
$1,000–$3,500
Works anywhere, including homes without gas utility service; requires tank purchase/lease and periodic refills.
These ranges cover the connection/setup cost only, not ongoing fuel cost, which varies by local utility and propane delivery rates.
