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Oil Prices in Townsend, DE
Updated Today at 03:00 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terroco Oil | $3.45 | Yes | Yes |
| Service Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Rausch Fuel Oil Company Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Sharp Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Barkley Heating and Air | Call for price | No | No |
Townsend Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Townsend homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 5 heating oil companies that serve Townsend 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 0 “full-service” oil companies that serve Townsend. Full service companies such as undefined 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 Townsend 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 Townsend include Service Energy Llc and Rausch Fuel Oil Company Inc.
Townsend Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Townsend: 5 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Townsend: 18 miles
Average Number Of Townsend Homes Served Per Company: 100 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Townsend Oil Company: 40,456 gallons per year
Townsend, DE Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Townsend homeowners purchased a total of 202,283 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 54 towns in Delaware, Townsend ranks 20th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Townsend ranks 2776th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Townsend’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 Townsend, the average outside temperature was 2.1° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Townsend Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 38.7° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 40.8° F |
Oil Prices
Cheapest Townsend, DE Oil Price Per Gallon
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| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.45 per gallon/gal | Oct 6, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.45 per gallon/gal | Oct 6, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.45 per gallon/gal | Oct 6, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.45 per gallon/gal | Oct 6, 2025, 3:00 PM |
Townsend Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 04:00 AM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Month Trend | +$3.449 |
| 1 Year Trend | +$3.449 |
Townsend Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 04:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | $3.449 |
| 10/05/2025 | $3.449 |
| 10/04/2025 | $3.449 |
| 10/03/2025 | $3.449 |
| 10/02/2025 | $3.449 |
| 10/01/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/30/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/29/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/28/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/27/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/26/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/25/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/24/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/23/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/22/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/21/2025 | $3.449 |
| 09/20/2025 | $3.449 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Townsend Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Townsend, used by 1,929 or 43.01% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Townsend homeowners is electricity, used by 1,526 homes (34.02%). The remaining homes are heated with heating oil (500), propane (411), wood (146).
Townsend Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Townsend Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 1,929 | 43.0% |
| Electricity | 1,526 | 34.0% |
| Heating Oil | 500 | 11.2% |
| Propane | 411 | 9.2% |
| Wood | 146 | 3.3% |
Natural gas (43.0%)
Electricity (34.0%)
Heating oil (11.2%)
Propane (9.2%)
Wood (3.3%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Townsend
Heating oil has become less popular in Townsend. In the 2 years since 2020, the number of heating oil homes fell from 546 to 500, a 8.42% drop.
Townsend Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 611 |
| 2012 | 568 |
| 2013 | 567 |
| 2014 | 592 |
| 2015 | 685 |
| 2016 | 662 |
| 2017 | 625 |
| 2018 | 680 |
| 2019 | 595 |
| 2020 | 546 |
| 2021 | 523 |
| 2022 | 500 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Townsend
Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 405 to 411.
Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 2,081 to 1,929.
Electricity use for home heating in Townsend
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Townsend. Since 2020, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 883 to 1,526, a 72.82% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Townsend
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 Townsend have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Townsend, DE Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 500 households in Townsend, DE heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Townsend, DE temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
11.15% of Townsend, DE Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Townsend, DE Households | Townsend, DE Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 4,485 | 500 |
5 Townsend, DE Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 202,283 gallons of heating oil delivered to Townsend, DE homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Townsend, DE 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 Townsend, DE, two of the closest terminals are Apex in Baltimore, and Sunoco in Salisbury, . Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Townsend, DE.
Townsend Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Townsend ,DE?
The best price of home heating oil in Townsend ,DE today is $3.45 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Townsend ,DE ranges from a low of $3.45 to a high of $3.45. The average heating oil price in Delaware state is $3.45.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Townsend ,DE?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $345.00 in Townsend ,DE. Prices range from $345.00 to $345.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in Townsend ,DE rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Townsend ,DE has been this value is currently unavailable over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.00 per gallon.
What is the average price of home heating oil in Townsend ,DE?
The average price of home heating oil in Townsend ,DE is $3.45 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Townsend ,DE?
Today in Townsend ,DE, the price of home heating oil is $3.45 per gallon, which amounts to $345.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Townsend ,DE?
The current price of heating oil in Townsend ,DE ranges from $3.45 to $3.45 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.45 per gallon.
Why are heating oil prices rising today in Townsend ,DE?
Heating oil prices in Townsend ,DE have not changed in the last 24 hours.
How much is home heating oil right now in Townsend ,DE?
The current price of home heating oil in Townsend ,DE ranges from $3.45 to $3.45 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary based on location, and cash or volume discounts may be available.
Is heating oil going up or down in Townsend ,DE?
Heating oil prices have gone no-change in Townsend ,DE by $0.00 per gallon over the past 17 days, which amounts to a $0.00 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in Townsend ,DE?
As of today, October 6th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.45 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.45 to $3.45 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in Townsend ,DE?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Townsend ,DE ranges from $3.45 to $3.45 per gallon for a 100-gallon delivery. Some oil companies offer various discounts, including cash discounts, volume discounts, military discounts, and senior discounts.
How high will oil go in Townsend ,DE?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Townsend ,DE. Over the past year, Townsend ,DE heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $4.94 for a 100-gallon order. This is $1.49 per gallon more than of $3.45, and $1.49 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.45. Home heating oil prices fluctuate daily based on several factors, including demand, local fuel inventories at terminals (such as CITGO), and the price of crude oil.
