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Oil Prices For Heating Oil Companies In Amherst, MA
Updated Today at 01:00 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon |
|---|---|
| Surner Discount Oil | $3.70 |
| Surner Heating Company | $3.80 |
| Richard Fuel and Heating Inc | $3.89 |
| Kieras Oil Inc | $3.80 |
| Anytime Oil | $4.29 |
| Dans Oil Company | $3.70 |
| Sandri Energy | $3.85 |
| BottomLine Springfield | $3.80 |
| Nowak Oil Company | Call for price |
| Alves Fuels | Call for price |
| Fuel Services Inc | Call for price |
| Patterson Fuel Company | Call for price |
| Friendly Fuel Oil Company | Call for price |
| Noonan Energy Corp | Call for price |
| Noels Heating | Call for price |
| Chets Heating Oil | Call for price |
| Cernak Fuel | Call for price |
| Pauls Oil | Call for price |
| Rubner Oil | Call for price |
| Kuttys Fuel Oil Inc | Call for price |
| OConnell Oil | Call for price |
| Cirelli Oil Company | Call for price |
| Alpha Oil Company | Call for price |
| Kaeble Oil Inc | Call for price |
| Mallard Heating and Fuel | Call for price |
Amherst Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Amherst Western Mass homes heating with number two heating oil, choosing which of the 25 heating oil companies that serve Amherst Western Mass is an important decision.
Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners who are willing to pay a premium for a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system pick one of the 12 “full-service” oil companies that serve Amherst Western Mass. Full service companies such as Hoffman Fuel Company Of Danbury or Westmore Fuel Co Inc offer customers annual contracts which consist of a combined package of both automatic number two heating oil delivery and furnace repair. With an automatic oil delivery contract, the company tracks your home’s oil consumption and makes deliveries when your tank is running low. The family does not need to monitor the level of the oil tank or place individual orders.
Discount Oil Companies: Often called “COD Fuel” or “Cash Heating Oil” companies, discount oil companies are for customers who are budget-conscious. With discount oil companies, in return for better prices, you monitor the oil level in your tank, and you place an oil order either when the level runs low or just before a major snowstorm. Examples of 2 Amherst Western Mass cash heating oil companies serving Amherst Western Mass include Aldin Associates LP and Alliance Energy LLC.
Amherst Western Mass Heating Oil Company By The Numbers: Fuel oil Companies Serving Amherst Western Mass: 25 companies .
Average Number of Amherst Western Mass Houses Served per Number Two Heating Oil company : 96
Amherst, MA Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Amherst homeowners purchased a total of 3 million gallons of heating oil. Out of the 494 towns in Massachusetts, Amherst ranks 57th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Amherst ranks 218th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Amherst Western Mass’s overall oil usage varies each year as winter conditions change. As the temperature outside gets more chilly, homes’ HVAC systems need to burn more and more number two heating oil to keep the house warm inside. Last winter, the average outside temperature in Amherst Western Mass was 26.8°F, which was 5.8°F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Amherst Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 26.8° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 32.6° F |
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Cheapest Amherst Heating Oil Price by Order Quantity
| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.70 per gallon/gal | Feb 26, 2026, 1:00 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.70 per gallon/gal | Feb 26, 2026, 1:00 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.70 per gallon/gal | Feb 26, 2026, 1:00 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.70 per gallon/gal | Feb 26, 2026, 1:00 PM |
Cheapest Amherst Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 01:00 PM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Week Trend | +$0.050 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.250 |
| 1 Year Trend | +$0.311 |
Cheapest Amherst Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 01:00 PM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | $3.698 |
| 02/25/2026 | $3.698 |
| 02/24/2026 | $3.648 |
| 02/23/2026 | $3.648 |
| 02/22/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/21/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/20/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/19/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/18/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/17/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/16/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/15/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/14/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/13/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/12/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/11/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/10/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/09/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/08/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/07/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/06/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/05/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/04/2026 | $3.598 |
| 02/03/2026 | $3.548 |
| 02/02/2026 | $3.548 |
| 02/01/2026 | $3.548 |
| 01/31/2026 | $3.548 |
| 01/30/2026 | $3.548 |
| 01/29/2026 | $3.548 |
| 01/28/2026 | $3.398 |
Average Amherst Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated on February 23, 2026
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Week Trend | -$0.007 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.227 |
| 3 Month Trend | +$0.360 |
| 1 Year Trend | +$0.264 |
Average Amherst Heating Oil Price History
Updated on February 23, 2026
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | $4.207 |
| 02/16/2026 | $4.214 |
| 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 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Amherst Western Mass Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homes have a host of fuels that can be used when it comes to heating. Electricity is the preferred choice in Amherst Western Mass, used by 3,766 or 37% of homeowners. The 2nd most popular primary heating fuel for Amherst Western Mass families is Natural Gas, used by 2,404 homes (23%). The rest of the homes are heated with Heating Oil (23%), Propane (11%), Wood (3%), and Other (2%).
Amherst Residential Primary Home Heating Fuel (in Number of Households)
| Year | Natural Gas | Propane | Electricity | Oil | Wood | Solar | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,404 | 1,130 | 3,766 | 2,401 | 280 | 92 | 105 |
| 2024 | 2,319 | 1,091 | 3,619 | 2,483 | 282 | 90 | 94 |
| 2023 | 2,218 | 1,070 | 3,458 | 2,491 | 285 | 89 | 86 |
| 2022 | 2,167 | 876 | 2,796 | 2,439 | 259 | 77 | 105 |
| 2021 | 2,338 | 930 | 3,356 | 2,846 | 261 | 89 | 111 |
| 2020 | 2,528 | 918 | 3,362 | 2,833 | 284 | 75 | 119 |
| 2019 | 2,700 | 676 | 2,902 | 2,957 | 308 | 50 | 154 |
| 2018 | 3,151 | 664 | 2,622 | 2,936 | 303 | 38 | 119 |
| 2017 | 2,891 | 691 | 2,931 | 3,018 | 293 | 25 | 79 |
| 2016 | 2,677 | 694 | 2,648 | 3,111 | 318 | 9 | 51 |
| 2015 | 2,465 | 710 | 2,724 | 3,156 | 383 | 0 | 53 |
| 2014 | 2,670 | 658 | 2,591 | 3,156 | 356 | 0 | 33 |
| 2013 | 2,115 | 698 | 2,717 | 3,264 | 373 | 0 | 47 |
| 2012 | 2,514 | 618 | 2,541 | 3,130 | 390 | 0 | 56 |
| 2011 | 2,672 | 553 | 2,409 | 3,310 | 377 | 0 | 75 |
Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Amherst Western Mass
Number two heating oil has become less popular in Amherst Western Mass. In the 2 years since 2023, the number of homeowners using oil fell from 2,491 to 2,401, a 4% drop.
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Amherst Western Mass
Between 2023 and today, the number of households using propane as the primary space heating fuel ramped up from 1,070 to 1,130, a 6% change. Comparing 2023 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel grew from 2,218 to 2,404, a 8% change.
Electricity use for home heating in Amherst Western Mass
Electric heat pump systems for home heating are more prevalent in Amherst Western Mass. Since 2023, the number of homes heating with electricity increased from 3,458 to 3,766, a 9% change.
Adoption of solar home heating systems in Amherst Western Mass
The most eco-friendly heating option is solar. With an “active” solar heating system, liquid is circulated between solar panels on a home’s roof and a heat energy storage tank (similar to a hot water heater) in the basement. Currently, 92 homes in Amherst Western Mass are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 3% gain from 2023, when 89 homes utilized active solar heating.
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Amherst Western Mass Heating Oil Delivery Overview
2,401 houses in Amherst Western Mass heat their homes with heating oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Amherst Western Mass temperatures drop as low as 19.6° F each winter. 23% of Amherst Western Mass families rely on fuel oil delivery each winter.
23% of Amherst, MA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Amherst, MA Households | Amherst, MA Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 10,286 | 2,401 |
25 Amherst Western Mass Fuel Oil Companies You Can Bank On
With 2,507,377.308 gallons of fuel oil delivered to Amherst Western Mass houses during this past winter, the Amherst Western Mass community looks to its 25 oil companies when temperatures dip. Oil delivery is a two step process: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal (also known as a “rack”). In the case of Amherst Western Mass, 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 Amherst Western Mass and the surrounding area.
Amherst Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Amherst Western Mass?
The best price of home heating oil in Amherst Western Mass today is $3.65 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Amherst Western Mass ranges from a low of $3.65 to a high of $4.23.
Is the price of heating oil in Amherst Western Mass rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Amherst Western Mass has risen by $0.050 over the last 7 days.
How much does 150 gallons of heating oil cost in Amherst Western Mass?
150 gallons of heating oil costs $547.20 in Amherst Western Mass.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Amherst Western Mass?
Today in Amherst Western Mass, the price of home heating oil is $3.65 per gallon, which amounts to $547.20 for a 150-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Amherst Western Mass?
The current price of heating oil in Amherst Western Mass ranges from $3.65 to $4.23 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company.
Why are heating oil prices rising today in Amherst Western Mass?
Heating oil prices in Amherst Western Mass rose $0.050 over the last week because home heating oil demand in Albany is rising, but fuel inventories in local heating oil terminals is falling. (Updated February 18th, 2026).
How much is home heating oil right now in Amherst Western Mass?
The current price of home heating oil in Amherst Western Mass ranges from $3.65 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.
Is heating oil going up or down in Amherst Western Mass?
Heating oil prices have gone up in Amherst Western Mass by $0.05 per gallon over the past 2 days, which amounts to a $7.50 for a 150-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in Amherst Western Mass?
As of today, February 25th, 2026, the price of oil is $3.65 per gallon for a 150-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.65 to $4.23 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in Amherst Western Mass?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Amherst Western Mass ranges from $3.65 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 high will oil go in Amherst Western Mass?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Amherst Western Mass. Over the past year, Amherst Western Mass 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 $0.58 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.65. 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.
