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Oil Prices in Sterling, PA
Updated Today at 04:02 AM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santarelli Online Discount | Call for price | No | No |
| Highhouse Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Plociniak Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Santarelli Sons Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Locklins Bottled Gas | Call for price | No | No |
| Buy the Gallon LLC | Call for price | No | No |
Sterling Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Sterling homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 6 heating oil companies that serve Sterling 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 Sterling. 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 Sterling 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 Sterling include Plociniak Oil Company Inc and Buy the Gallon LLC.
Sterling Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Sterling: 6 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Sterling: 18 miles
Average Number Of Sterling Homes Served Per Company: 6 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Sterling Oil Company: 3,979 gallons per year
Sterling, PA Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Sterling homeowners purchased a total of 23,876 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 1042 towns in Pennsylvania, Sterling ranks 1225th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Sterling ranks 5626th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Sterling’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 Sterling, the average outside temperature was 2.9° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Sterling Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 29.7° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 32.6° F |
Oil Prices
Sterling Heating Oil Price History
Updated on September 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 09/22/2025 | $2.969 |
| 09/21/2025 | $2.969 |
| 09/20/2025 | $2.969 |
| 09/19/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/18/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/17/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/16/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/15/2025 | $3.099 |
| 09/14/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/13/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/12/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/11/2025 | $3.099 |
| 09/10/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/09/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/08/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/07/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/06/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/05/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/04/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/03/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/02/2025 | $3.034 |
| 09/01/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/31/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/30/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/29/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/28/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/27/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/26/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/25/2025 | $3.034 |
| 08/24/2025 | $2.969 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Sterling Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Propane is the most popular choice in Sterling, used by 55 or 64.71% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Sterling homeowners is heating oil, used by 37 homes (43.53%). The remaining homes are heated with wood (2).
Sterling Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Sterling Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Propane | 55 | 64.7% |
| Heating Oil | 37 | 43.5% |
| Wood | 2 | 2.4% |
Propane (64.7%)
Heating oil (43.5%)
Wood (2.4%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Sterling
Heating oil has become less popular in Sterling. In the 9 years since 2013, the number of heating oil homes fell from 44 to 37, a 15.91% drop.
Sterling Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 44 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 39 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 35 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 37 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Sterling
Between 2013 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 10 to 55.
Natural gas pipes have not been installed into homes in Sterling.
Electricity use for home heating in Sterling
Sterling homeowners have yet to adopt electricity as a primary heating source.
Solar use for home heating in Sterling
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 Sterling have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Sterling, PA Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 37 households in Sterling, PA heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Sterling, PA temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
43% of Sterling, PA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Sterling, PA Households | Sterling, PA Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 85 | 37 |
6 Sterling, PA Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 23,875 gallons of heating oil delivered to Sterling, PA homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Sterling, PA community relies on its 6 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 Sterling, PA, two of the closest terminals are null in null and null in null. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Sterling, PA.
Sterling 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.
