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Schenectady Heating Oil Price History
Updated on July 9, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/08/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/07/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/06/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/05/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/04/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/03/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/02/2025 | $4.776 |
| 07/01/2025 | $4.776 |
| 06/30/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/29/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/28/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/27/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/26/2025 | $4.780 |
| 06/25/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/24/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/23/2025 | $4.608 |
| 06/22/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/21/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/20/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/19/2025 | $4.800 |
| 06/18/2025 | $4.780 |
| 06/17/2025 | $4.760 |
| 06/16/2025 | $4.760 |
| 06/15/2025 | $5.064 |
| 06/14/2025 | $5.064 |
| 06/13/2025 | $5.064 |
| 06/12/2025 | $4.794 |
| 06/11/2025 | $5.064 |
| 06/10/2025 | $5.064 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Schenectady Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Schenectady, used by 50,474 or 72.78% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Schenectady homeowners is electricity, used by 10,930 homes (15.76%). The remaining homes are heated with heating oil (4,108), propane (3,003), no fuel (558), and other fuels (467).
Schenectady Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Schenectady Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 50,474 | 72.8% |
| Electricity | 10,930 | 15.8% |
| Heating Oil | 4,108 | 5.9% |
| Propane | 3,003 | 4.3% |
| No Fuel | 558 | 0.8% |
| Other Fuels | 467 | 0.7% |
| Wood | 417 | 0.6% |
| Solar | 222 | 0.3% |
| Coal | 55 | 0.1% |
Natural gas (72.8%)
Electricity (15.8%)
Heating oil (5.9%)
Propane (4.3%)
No fuel (0.8%)
Other fuels (0.7%)
Wood (0.6%)
Solar (0.3%)
Coal (0.1%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Schenectady
Heating oil has become less popular in Schenectady. In the 8 years since 2014, the number of heating oil homes fell from 4,483 to 4,108, a 8.36% drop.
Schenectady Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5,756 |
| 2012 | 5,553 |
| 2013 | 5,002 |
| 2014 | 4,483 |
| 2015 | 4,103 |
| 2016 | 3,595 |
| 2017 | 3,496 |
| 2018 | 3,417 |
| 2019 | 3,381 |
| 2020 | 3,027 |
| 2021 | 3,486 |
| 2022 | 4,108 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Schenectady
Between 2014 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 1,135 to 3,003.
Between 2014 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 47,227 to 50,474.
Electricity use for home heating in Schenectady
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Schenectady. Since 2014, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 7,399 to 10,930, a 47.72% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Schenectady
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.
Currently, 222 homes in Schenectady are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 1607.69% increase from 2014, when only 13 homes had installed active solar heating.
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Schenectady, NY Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 4,108 households in Schenectady, NY heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Schenectady, NY temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
5% of Schenectady, NY Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Schenectady, NY Households | Schenectady, NY Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 69,354 | 4,108 |
Schenectady, NY Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 2 million gallons of heating oil delivered to Schenectady, NY homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Schenectady, NY community relies on its undefined 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 Schenectady, NY, two of the closest terminals are Buckeye in Albany, NY and Apex in Rensselaer, NY. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Schenectady, NY.
Schenectady 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.
