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Oil Prices in Hiram, ME

Updated Today at 04:27 AM

Heating Oil CompanyOil Price Per GallonCash DiscountVolume Discount
Jamison Energy Call for price No No
Mainely Heating Oil Call for price No No
Pitstop Call for price No No
Carroll Fuel Company J P Call for price No No
Stone Road Energy Llc Call for price No No

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Hiram Heating Oil Price History

Updated on January 12, 2025 at 12:00 AM

DateAverage Oil Price
01/12/2025$3.236
01/11/2025$3.236
01/10/2025$3.236
01/09/2025$3.229
01/08/2025$3.169
01/07/2025$3.136
01/06/2025$3.089
01/05/2025$3.089
01/04/2025$3.089
01/03/2025$3.089
01/02/2025$3.072
01/01/2025$3.072
12/31/2024$3.039
12/30/2024$3.039
12/29/2024$3.039
12/28/2024$3.039
12/27/2024$3.039
12/26/2024$3.022
12/25/2024$3.004
12/24/2024$2.989
12/23/2024$2.989
12/22/2024$3.029
12/21/2024$3.029
12/20/2024$3.029
12/19/2024$3.029
12/18/2024$2.999
12/17/2024$2.999
12/16/2024$2.979
12/15/2024$2.979
12/14/2024$2.979

Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Hiram Home Heating Fuel Comparison

Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in Hiram, used by 380 or 61.29% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Hiram homeowners is wood, used by 104 homes (16.77%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (49), electricity (39), other fuels (30).

Hiram Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households

FuelHiram Households % of Households
Heating Oil38061.3%
Wood10416.8%
Propane497.9%
Electricity396.3%
Other Fuels304.8%

Heating oil (61.3%)

Wood (16.8%)

Propane (7.9%)

Electricity (6.3%)

Other fuels (4.8%)

#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Hiram

Heating oil has become more popular in Hiram. In the 11 years since 2011, the number of heating oil homes rose from 292 to 380, a 30.14% lift.

Hiram Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)

YearHeating Oil Households
2011292
2012295
2013331
2014331
2015340
2016351
2017398
2018358
2019369
2020380
2021380
2022380

Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Hiram

Between 2011 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 91 to 49.

Natural gas pipes have not been installed into homes in Hiram.

Electricity use for home heating in Hiram

Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Hiram. Since 2011, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 14 to 39, a 178.57% increase.

Solar use for home heating in Hiram

Solar is the most environmentally friendly of all space heating fuels. With an “active” solar heating system, liquid is circulated between solar panels on a home’s roof and a heat energy storage tank in the basement.

Homeowners in Hiram have not yet adopted solar heating.

Hiram, ME Heating Oil Trends

Last year, Hiram homeowners purchased a total of 272,563 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 277 towns in Maine, Hiram ranks 201st for home heating oil consumption.

Country-wide, Hiram ranks 2327th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.

Short Term Trends

Hiram’s overall heating oil use varies from year to year, primarily depending on how cold each winter is. As the temperature outside gets colder, homes’ heating systems need to burn more and more oil to keep homes warm. Last winter in Hiram, the average outside temperature was 0.2° F warmer than the prior winter's average outside temperature.

Hiram Average Winter Temperature

Heating SeasonAverage Temperature
2024 - 202530.2° F
2023 - 202430° F

Hiram Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company

For Hiram homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 5 heating oil companies that serve Hiram is an important decision.

Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners willing to pay a premium for a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system choose one of the 1 “full-service” oil companies that serve Hiram. Full service companies such as Mainely Heating Oil or undefined offer automatic fuel delivery and furnace repair under a single roof.

Discount Oil Companies: Also known by the names “COD Fuel Companies” or “Cash Heating Oil Companies”, these companies are for the budget-conscious Hiram homeowner. In return for better prices, you monitor the oil level in your tank and place an order when you run low on oil. Examples of cash heating oil companies that serve Hiram include Jamison Energy and Carroll Fuel Company J P.

Hiram Heating Oil Company Fast Facts

Heating Oil Companies Serving Hiram: 5 companies

Average Distance From Oil Company to Hiram: 18 miles

Average Number Of Hiram Homes Served Per Company: 76 homes

Average Gallons Delivered per Hiram Oil Company: 54,512 gallons per year

Hiram, ME Heating Oil Delivery Overview

Approximately 380 households in Hiram, ME heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Hiram, ME temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.

61% of Hiram, ME Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter

Hiram, ME HouseholdsHiram, ME Heating Oil Households
620380

5 Hiram, ME Oil Companies Go the Distance

With 272,563 gallons of heating oil delivered to Hiram, ME homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Hiram, ME community relies on its 5 oil companies to keep warm.

Oil delivery is a two step process: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal. In the case of Hiram, ME, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in So. Portland, ME and Buckeye in South Portland, ME. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Hiram, ME.

Hiram Heating Oil Prices FAQs

What if oil prices change after I order, but before delivery?

Your price will lock, when you place order.

Do I need to be home for the delivery?

Credit card orders: You don’t need to be home.

How much oil should I order?

95% of homes have 275 gallons oil tanks, and if you have around 1/4th tank, we recommend ordering 150 gallons to take advantage of bulk discounts, which typically kick in at 150 gallons.

What is a “cash/check deal” and why is it cheaper than a regular credit card deal?

Many oil companies offer a discount for cash or check payment because this avoids credit card fees. If you grab a cash/check deal, the provider contacts you prior to delivery to arrange payment.

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