Heating costs: This winter it will be that expensive in Saxony-Anhalt!

Heating costs: This winter it will be that expensive in Saxony-Anhalt!

Halle (Saale), Deutschland - Halle (Saale)/Magdeburg-the cold season has reached Saxony-Anhalt, and the heating season begins! The thermostats are turned up again while the radiators take action. But the joy of the cozy warmth could quickly turn into disappointment, because the gas costs have drastically attracted in recent years. One of the main reasons for this are the stopped gas deliveries from Russia, which rapidly rapidly the prices.

The differences in the heating costs are enormous! While some counties in Saxony-Anhalt are fighting with high prices, others are significantly cheaper. A current report of the mirror, based on data from the Verivox comparison portal, shows that the gas costs for a family of four to five that consume 20,000 kilowatt hours a year vary. In the Altmarkkreis Salzwedel, families pay 1,960 euros, while in the Anhalt-Bitterfeld district, the costs are almost 900 euros higher at 2,847 euros!

The shocking price differences

The price differences are not just a nuisance, they are a real problem for many households. In 2019, prices were still an average of 1,351 euros in Anhalt-Bitterfeld. The gas price crisis further tightened these differences. The mirror gives several reasons for the different costs: the way the basic suppliers get their gas plays a crucial role. Providers who shop in the long term often pass on the high prices to their customers. However, if you buy cleverly, you can benefit from sunken stock market prices.

In addition, the network charges influence the prices. In regions with older, depreciated networks, these are often lower, while in areas with new investments the fees are higher. The heating costs are not only a question of consumption, but also depend heavily on the region and energy policy. The question remains: how long can people in Saxony-Anhalt still afford the rising prices?