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South Shore Massachusetts Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For South Shore Massachusetts families heating with heating oil, choosing which of the 265 heating oil companies that serve South Shore Massachusetts makes a big difference.
Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners who are willing to pay a premium for a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system select one of the 130 “full-service” oil companies that serve South Shore Massachusetts. Full service companies such as Ruggiero Bros Inc or A Hohmann & Co Inc offer families annual contracts which consist of a combined package of both automatic fuel oil delivery and furnace repair. With an automatic number two heating oil delivery contract, the company tracks your home’s number two heating oil consumption and makes deliveries when your tank is running low. The client does not need to monitor the level of the oil tank or place individual orders.
Discount Oil Companies: also referred to as “COD Fuel” or “Cash Heating Oil” companies, discount oil companies are for homeowners who are budget-conscious. With discount oil companies, in return for better prices, you monitor the fuel oil level in your tank, and you place an oil order when the oil gauge dips below a quarter tank. Some of the 2 South Shore Massachusetts cash heating oil companies serving South Shore Massachusetts include Hingham Oil and Hughes Oil.
South Shore Massachusetts Fuel Oil Company Statistics: Number two heating oil Companies Serving South Shore Massachusetts: 265 companies .
Average Number of South Shore Massachusetts Homes Served per Number Two Heating Oil company : 472
South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Trends
Last year, South Shore Massachusetts homeowners purchased a total of 246 million gallons of heating oil.
Short Term Trends
South Shore Massachusetts’s overall oil use fluctuates each year based on the severity of the winter. As the temperature outside drops, homes’ HVAC systems need to burn more and more fuel oil to maintain the temperature that the thermostat is set to. Last winter, the average outside temperature in South Shore Massachusetts was 30.0°F, which was 4.5°F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
South Shore Massachusetts Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 30° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 34.5° F |
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Cheapest South Shore Massachusetts Oil Price Per Gallon
| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Feb 14, 2026, 8:00 AM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Feb 14, 2026, 8:00 AM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Feb 14, 2026, 8:00 AM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Feb 14, 2026, 8:00 AM |
Cheapest South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated on February 13, 2026 at 01:00 PM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.650 |
| 1 Year Trend | +$0.550 |
Cheapest South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Price History
Updated on February 13, 2026 at 01:00 PM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/12/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/11/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/10/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/09/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/08/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/07/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/06/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/05/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/04/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/03/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/02/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/01/2026 | $3.250 |
| 01/31/2026 | $3.250 |
| 01/30/2026 | $3.250 |
| 01/29/2026 | $2.850 |
| 01/28/2026 | $2.850 |
| 01/27/2026 | $2.850 |
| 01/26/2026 | $2.850 |
| 01/25/2026 | $2.850 |
| 01/24/2026 | $2.850 |
| 01/23/2026 | $2.850 |
| 01/22/2026 | $2.600 |
| 01/21/2026 | $2.600 |
| 01/20/2026 | $2.600 |
| 01/19/2026 | $2.600 |
| 01/18/2026 | $2.600 |
| 01/17/2026 | $2.600 |
| 01/16/2026 | $2.600 |
| 01/15/2026 | $2.600 |
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Average South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated on February 9, 2026
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Week Trend | +$0.085 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.489 |
| 3 Month Trend | +$0.470 |
| 1 Year Trend | +$0.235 |
Average South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Price History
Updated on February 9, 2026
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | $4.230 |
| 02/02/2026 | $4.145 |
| 01/26/2026 | $3.980 |
| 01/19/2026 | $3.799 |
| 01/12/2026 | $3.741 |
| 01/05/2026 | $3.757 |
| 12/29/2025 | $3.751 |
| 12/22/2025 | $3.768 |
| 12/15/2025 | $3.806 |
| 12/08/2025 | $3.824 |
| 12/01/2025 | $3.815 |
| 11/24/2025 | $3.847 |
| 11/17/2025 | $3.782 |
| 11/10/2025 | $3.760 |
| 11/03/2025 | $3.631 |
| 10/27/2025 | $3.612 |
| 10/20/2025 | $3.548 |
| 10/13/2025 | $3.561 |
| 10/06/2025 | $3.481 |
| 09/29/2025 | $3.730 |
| 09/22/2025 | $3.673 |
| 09/15/2025 | $3.712 |
| 09/08/2025 | $3.693 |
| 09/01/2025 | $3.691 |
| 08/25/2025 | $3.728 |
| 08/18/2025 | $3.621 |
| 08/11/2025 | $3.672 |
| 08/04/2025 | $3.698 |
| 07/28/2025 | $3.784 |
| 07/21/2025 | $3.890 |
| 07/14/2025 | $3.771 |
| 07/07/2025 | $3.791 |
| 06/30/2025 | $3.651 |
| 06/23/2025 | $3.660 |
| 06/16/2025 | $3.831 |
| 06/09/2025 | $3.526 |
| 06/02/2025 | $3.447 |
| 05/26/2025 | $3.462 |
| 05/19/2025 | $3.537 |
| 05/12/2025 | $3.440 |
| 05/05/2025 | $3.462 |
| 04/28/2025 | $3.665 |
| 04/21/2025 | $3.605 |
| 04/14/2025 | $3.590 |
| 04/07/2025 | $3.541 |
| 03/31/2025 | $3.708 |
| 03/24/2025 | $3.755 |
| 03/17/2025 | $3.783 |
| 03/03/2025 | $3.943 |
| 02/24/2025 | $3.987 |
| 02/17/2025 | $3.995 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: South Shore Massachusetts Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Households have a choice of fuels that can be used when it comes to heating. Natural Gas is the most popular choice in South Shore Massachusetts, used by 250,811 or 51% of families. The next most popular primary heating fuel for South Shore Massachusetts homeowners is Heating Oil, used by 125,106 homes (26%). The rest of the homes are heated with Electricity (16%), Propane (5%), Other (1%), and Wood (1%).
South Shore Massachusetts Residential Primary Home Heating Fuel (in Number of Households)
| Year | Natural Gas | Propane | Electricity | Oil | Wood | Solar | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 250,811 | 23,807 | 79,188 | 125,106 | 2,990 | 1,034 | 3,817 |
| 2024 | 249,974 | 22,889 | 76,758 | 128,657 | 2,878 | 828 | 3,533 |
| 2023 | 248,650 | 22,023 | 74,262 | 131,294 | 2,752 | 606 | 3,251 |
| 2022 | 247,418 | 21,044 | 71,497 | 131,304 | 2,749 | 525 | 3,432 |
| 2021 | 243,600 | 19,536 | 68,766 | 135,279 | 2,897 | 396 | 3,094 |
| 2020 | 234,319 | 17,972 | 65,039 | 134,821 | 3,070 | 299 | 3,346 |
| 2019 | 232,065 | 15,572 | 63,078 | 135,342 | 3,508 | 389 | 3,286 |
| 2018 | 227,286 | 15,020 | 61,388 | 139,070 | 3,779 | 362 | 3,098 |
| 2017 | 223,265 | 14,459 | 58,211 | 143,331 | 4,201 | 323 | 2,952 |
| 2016 | 218,760 | 13,973 | 56,537 | 145,690 | 4,612 | 268 | 2,677 |
| 2015 | 214,634 | 13,530 | 54,613 | 151,703 | 4,602 | 225 | 2,309 |
| 2014 | 210,373 | 13,071 | 53,767 | 156,012 | 4,519 | 252 | 2,187 |
| 2013 | 206,071 | 12,539 | 51,968 | 161,173 | 4,205 | 231 | 1,934 |
| 2012 | 203,560 | 11,939 | 51,165 | 165,720 | 3,765 | 225 | 1,788 |
| 2011 | 200,034 | 11,538 | 51,368 | 168,032 | 3,283 | 215 | 1,751 |
Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in South Shore Massachusetts
Fuel oil has become less popular in South Shore Massachusetts. In the 2 years since 2023, the number of households using heating oil decreased from 131,294 to 125,106, a 5% drop.
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in South Shore Massachusetts
Between 2023 and today, the number of households using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 22,023 to 23,807, a 8% change. Comparing 2023 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel shot up from 248,650 to 250,811, a 1% change.
Electricity use for home heating in South Shore Massachusetts
Electric heat pump systems for home heating are increasing in demand in South Shore Massachusetts. Since 2023, the number of homes heating with electricity increased from 74,262 to 79,188, a 7% change.
Adoption of solar home heating systems in South Shore Massachusetts
Out of all fuels, solar is the safest for the environment. With an “active” solar heating system, liquid flows between solar panels on a home’s roof and a heat energy storage tank (similar to a hot water heater) in the basement. As it stands today, 1,034 homes in South Shore Massachusetts are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 71% gain from 2023, when 606 homes used active solar heating.
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South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Delivery Overview
125,106 households in South Shore Massachusetts heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when South Shore Massachusetts temperatures drop as low as 24.3° F each winter. 26% of South Shore Massachusetts households depend on oil delivery each winter.
26% of South Shore Massachusetts Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| South Shore Massachusetts Households | South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 489,929 | 125,106 |
265 South Shore Massachusetts Number Two Heating Oil Companies Homeowners Can Count On
With 119,612,158.632 gallons of oil delivered to South Shore Massachusetts families last winter, the South Shore Massachusetts community relies on its 265 oil companies when temperatures dip. Oil delivery can be summed up in two steps: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal (also known as a “rack”). In the case of South Shore Massachusetts, two of the closest terminals are Sprague W in Springfield, MA and Buckeye in Springfield, MA. Then, the truck delivers the oil to residences and companies throughout South Shore Massachusetts and the surrounding vicinity.
South Shore Massachusetts Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the price of home heating oil today in South Shore Massachusetts?
Today in South Shore Massachusetts, the price of home heating oil is $3.25 per gallon, which amounts to $487.50 for a 150-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
How high will oil go in South Shore Massachusetts?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in South Shore Massachusetts. Over the past year, South Shore Massachusetts heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $4.23 for a 150-gallon order. This is the same as the current average price of $4.23, and $0.98 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.25. 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.
Is the price of heating oil in South Shore Massachusetts rising or falling?
Heating oil prices have remained unchanged in South Shore Massachusetts over the past 7 days.
How much is home heating oil right now in South Shore Massachusetts?
The current price of home heating oil in South Shore Massachusetts ranges from $3.25 to $4.23 per gallon for a 150-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary based on location, and cash or volume discounts may be available.
What is the current price of heating oil in South Shore Massachusetts?
The current price of heating oil in South Shore Massachusetts ranges from $3.25 to $4.23 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company.
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in South Shore Massachusetts?
The best price of home heating oil in South Shore Massachusetts today is $3.25 per gallon. The price of heating oil in South Shore Massachusetts ranges from a low of $3.25 to a high of $4.23.
Is heating oil going up or down in South Shore Massachusetts?
Heating oil prices have remained stable in South Shore Massachusetts over the past 7 days.
How much is oil for heat in South Shore Massachusetts?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in South Shore Massachusetts ranges from $3.25 to $4.23 per gallon for a 150-gallon delivery. Some oil companies offer various discounts, including cash discounts, volume discounts, military discounts, and senior discounts.
How much is oil per gallon in South Shore Massachusetts?
As of today, February 14th, 2026, the price of oil is $3.25 per gallon for a 150-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.25 to $4.23 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much does 150 gallons of heating oil cost in South Shore Massachusetts?
150 gallons of heating oil costs $487.50 in South Shore Massachusetts.
Is heating oil taxable in South Shore Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, heating oil is sales tax exempt for long-term residences, and taxed at the state 6.25% tax for hotels and businesses. "Long-term" residences includes dwellings such as houses and apartment buildings. Businesses with fewer than 5 employees and less than $1M in gross income are eligible for a "small business energy exemption" on heating oil sales taxes.
