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Oil Prices in Rising Sun, MD
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixie Land Energy Llc | Call for price | No | No |
| Heaps Oil Company Inc | Call for price | No | No |
Rising Sun Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Rising Sun homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 2 heating oil companies that serve Rising Sun 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 Rising Sun. 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 Rising Sun 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 Rising Sun include Dixie Land Energy Llc and Heaps Oil Company Inc.
Rising Sun Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Rising Sun: 2 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Rising Sun: 18 miles
Average Number Of Rising Sun Homes Served Per Company: 648 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Rising Sun Oil Company: 334,226 gallons per year
Rising Sun, MD Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Rising Sun homeowners purchased a total of 668,453 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 174 towns in Maryland, Rising Sun ranks 30th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Rising Sun ranks 1212nd out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Rising Sun’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 Rising Sun, the average outside temperature was 3.7° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Rising Sun Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 36.2° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 39.9° F |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Rising Sun Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Electricity is the most popular choice in Rising Sun, used by 1,653 or 39.15% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Rising Sun homeowners is heating oil, used by 1,297 homes (30.72%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (812), wood (212), natural gas (128), and other fuels (43).
Rising Sun Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Rising Sun Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 1,653 | 39.1% |
| Heating Oil | 1,297 | 30.7% |
| Propane | 812 | 19.2% |
| Wood | 212 | 5.0% |
| Natural Gas | 128 | 3.0% |
| Solar | 63 | 1.5% |
| Other Fuels | 43 | 1.0% |
| No Fuel | 23 | 0.5% |
| Coal | 12 | 0.3% |
Electricity (39.1%)
Heating oil (30.7%)
Propane (19.2%)
Wood (5.0%)
Natural gas (3.0%)
Solar (1.5%)
Other fuels (1.0%)
No fuel (0.5%)
Coal (0.3%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Rising Sun
Heating oil has become less popular in Rising Sun. In the 11 years since 2011, the number of heating oil homes fell from 1,599 to 1,297, a 18.89% drop.
Rising Sun Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 1,599 |
| 2012 | 1,507 |
| 2013 | 1,389 |
| 2014 | 1,313 |
| 2015 | 1,223 |
| 2016 | 1,100 |
| 2017 | 1,109 |
| 2018 | 1,148 |
| 2019 | 1,220 |
| 2020 | 984 |
| 2021 | 1,130 |
| 2022 | 1,297 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Rising Sun
Between 2011 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 694 to 812.
Between 2011 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 199 to 128.
Electricity use for home heating in Rising Sun
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Rising Sun. Since 2011, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 1,457 to 1,653, a 13.45% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Rising Sun
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, 63 homes in Rising Sun are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 800.00% increase from 2011, when only 7 homes had installed active solar heating.
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Rising Sun, MD Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 1,297 households in Rising Sun, MD heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Rising Sun, MD temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
30% of Rising Sun, MD Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Rising Sun, MD Households | Rising Sun, MD Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 4,222 | 1,297 |
2 Rising Sun, MD Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 668,453 gallons of heating oil delivered to Rising Sun, MD homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Rising Sun, MD community relies on its 2 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 Rising Sun, MD, two of the closest terminals are Pbfenergy in Delaware City, DE and Etmt in Twin Oaks, PA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Rising Sun, MD.
Rising Sun 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.
