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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Durham Home Heating Fuel Comparison

Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in Durham, used by 2,376 or 76.45% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Durham homeowners is electricity, used by 390 homes (12.55%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (204), wood (82), natural gas (48), and other fuels (10).

Durham Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households

FuelDurham Households % of Households
Heating Oil2,37676.5%
Electricity39012.6%
Propane2046.6%
Wood822.6%
Natural Gas481.5%
Other Fuels100.3%

Heating oil (76.5%)

Electricity (12.6%)

Propane (6.6%)

Wood (2.6%)

Natural gas (1.5%)

Other fuels (0.3%)

#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Durham

Heating oil has become more popular in Durham. In the 2 years since 2020, the number of heating oil homes rose from 2,205 to 2,376, a 7.76% lift.

Durham Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)

YearHeating Oil Households
20112,193
20122,363
20132,213
20142,218
20152,134
20162,045
20172,047
20182,014
20192,030
20202,205
20212,289
20222,376

Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Durham

Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 230 to 204.

Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 122 to 48.

Electricity use for home heating in Durham

Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Durham. Since 2020, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 160 to 390, a 143.75% increase.

Solar use for home heating in Durham

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 Durham have not yet adopted solar heating.

Durham Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company

For Durham homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 108 heating oil companies that serve Durham 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 69 “full-service” oil companies that serve Durham. Full service companies such as Madison Oil Company or Aaa Oil Company 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 Durham 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 Durham include Martin Heating Oil LLC and Mccormick & Bonner Transport LLC.

Durham Heating Oil Company Fast Facts

Heating Oil Companies Serving Durham: 108 companies

Average Distance From Oil Company to Durham: 18 miles

Average Number Of Durham Homes Served Per Company: 22 homes

Average Gallons Delivered per Durham Oil Company: 16,194 gallons per year

Durham, CT Heating Oil Delivery Overview

Approximately 2,376 households in Durham, CT heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Durham, CT temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.

76% of Durham, CT Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter

Durham, CT HouseholdsDurham, CT Heating Oil Households
3,1082,376

108 Durham, CT Oil Companies Go the Distance

With 2 million gallons of heating oil delivered to Durham, CT homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Durham, CT community relies on its 108 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 Durham, CT, two of the closest terminals are Buckeyees in New Haven, CT and N.h.term in New Haven, CT. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Durham, CT.

Durham Heating Oil Prices FAQs

What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Durham, CT?

The best price of home heating oil in Durham, CT today is $2.83 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Durham, CT ranges from a low of $2.83 to a high of $3.29. The average heating oil price in Connecticut state is $3.01.

How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Durham, CT?

On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $301.00 in Durham, CT. Prices range from $282.90 to $329.00, depending on the oil company.

Is the price of heating oil in Durham, CT rising or falling?

The price of heating oil in Durham, CT has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.24 per gallon.

What is the average price of home heating oil in Durham, CT?

The average price of home heating oil in Durham, CT is $3.01 per gallon.

What is the price of home heating oil today in Durham, CT?

Today in Durham, CT, the price of home heating oil is $2.83 per gallon, which amounts to $282.90 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).

What is the current price of heating oil in Durham, CT?

The current price of heating oil in Durham, CT ranges from $2.83 to $3.29 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.01 per gallon.

How much is home heating oil right now in Durham, CT?

The current price of home heating oil in Durham, CT ranges from $2.83 to $3.29 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 Durham, CT?

Heating oil prices have gone down in Durham, CT by $0.24 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $24.00 for a 100-gallon order.

How much is oil per gallon in Durham, CT?

As of today, March 25th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.01 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $2.83 to $3.29 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.

How much is oil for heat in Durham, CT?

Currently, the price of oil for heating in Durham, CT ranges from $2.83 to $3.29 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 Durham, CT?

There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Durham, CT. Over the past year, Durham, CT heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.88 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.87 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.01, and $3.05 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $2.83. 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.

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