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Oil Prices For Heating Oil Companies In Providence, RI
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Providence Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Providence homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 45 heating oil companies that serve Providence 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 13 “full-service” oil companies that serve Providence. Full service companies such as Micheletti Oil Services or Reichert & Sons Fuel Oil 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 Providence 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 Providence include Anthony's Oil LLC and Star Oil.
Providence Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Providence: 45 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Providence: 18 miles
Average Number Of Providence Homes Served Per Company: 194 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Providence Oil Company: 143,981 gallons per year
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Cheapest Providence Heating Oil Price by Order Quantity
| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $2.85 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $2.85 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $2.85 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $2.85 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
Providence Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 04:00 AM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Day Trend | +$0.004 |
| 1 Week Trend | +$0.040 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.021 |
| 1 Year Trend | -$0.021 |
Providence Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 04:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | $3.105 |
| 10/29/2025 | $3.101 |
| 10/28/2025 | $3.087 |
| 10/27/2025 | $3.055 |
| 10/26/2025 | $3.058 |
| 10/25/2025 | $3.058 |
| 10/24/2025 | $3.058 |
| 10/23/2025 | $3.064 |
| 10/22/2025 | $3.066 |
| 10/21/2025 | $3.051 |
| 10/20/2025 | $3.051 |
| 10/19/2025 | $3.051 |
| 10/18/2025 | $3.051 |
| 10/17/2025 | $3.051 |
| 10/16/2025 | $3.061 |
| 10/15/2025 | $3.070 |
| 10/14/2025 | $3.082 |
| 10/13/2025 | $3.065 |
| 10/12/2025 | $3.040 |
| 10/11/2025 | $3.040 |
| 10/10/2025 | $3.040 |
| 10/09/2025 | $3.026 |
| 10/08/2025 | $3.225 |
| 10/07/2025 | $3.225 |
| 10/06/2025 | $3.225 |
| 10/05/2025 | $3.082 |
| 10/04/2025 | $3.079 |
| 10/03/2025 | $3.079 |
| 10/02/2025 | $3.066 |
| 10/01/2025 | $3.084 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Providence Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Providence, used by 60,957 or 71.95% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Providence homeowners is electricity, used by 11,882 homes (14.02%). The remaining homes are heated with heating oil (8,730), propane (2,608), no fuel (675), and other fuels (287).
Providence Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Providence Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 60,957 | 72.0% |
| Electricity | 11,882 | 14.0% |
| Heating Oil | 8,730 | 10.3% |
| Propane | 2,608 | 3.1% |
| No Fuel | 675 | 0.8% |
| Other Fuels | 287 | 0.3% |
| Wood | 204 | 0.2% |
| Solar | 35 | 0.0% |
| Coal | 11 | 0.0% |
Natural gas (72.0%)
Electricity (14.0%)
Heating oil (10.3%)
Propane (3.1%)
No fuel (0.8%)
Other fuels (0.3%)
Wood (0.2%)
Solar (0.0%)
Coal (0.0%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Providence
Heating oil has become less popular in Providence. In the 7 years since 2015, the number of heating oil homes fell from 10,697 to 8,730, a 18.39% drop.
Providence Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 14,434 |
| 2012 | 13,537 |
| 2013 | 12,685 |
| 2014 | 11,815 |
| 2015 | 10,697 |
| 2016 | 9,727 |
| 2017 | 8,929 |
| 2018 | 8,250 |
| 2019 | 7,553 |
| 2020 | 8,230 |
| 2021 | 8,452 |
| 2022 | 8,730 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Providence
Between 2015 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 1,223 to 2,608.
Between 2015 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 52,067 to 60,957.
Electricity use for home heating in Providence
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Providence. Since 2015, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 7,934 to 11,882, a 49.76% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Providence
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, 35 homes in Providence are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 169.23% increase from 2015, when only 13 homes had installed active solar heating.
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Providence, RI Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 8,730 households in Providence heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Providence temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
10.3% of Providence, RI Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Providence, RI Households | Providence, RI Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 84,723 | 8,730 |
45 Providence, RI Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 6 million gallons of heating oil delivered to Providence homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Providence community relies on its 45 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 Providence, two of the closest terminals are N.h.term in New Haven, and Sprague in Newington, . Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Providence.
Providence Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Providence ,RI?
The best price of home heating oil in Providence ,RI today is $2.85 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Providence ,RI ranges from a low of $2.85 to a high of $3.64. The average heating oil price in Rhode Island state is $3.10.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Providence ,RI?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $310.00 in Providence ,RI. Prices range from $285.00 to $364.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in Providence ,RI rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Providence ,RI has risen by $0.040 over the last 7 days.
What is the average price of home heating oil in Providence ,RI?
The average price of home heating oil in Providence ,RI is $3.10 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Providence ,RI?
Today in Providence ,RI, the price of home heating oil is $2.85 per gallon, which amounts to $285.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Providence ,RI?
The current price of heating oil in Providence ,RI ranges from $2.85 to $3.64 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.10 per gallon.
Why are heating oil prices rising today in Providence ,RI?
Heating oil prices in Providence ,RI rose $0.040 over the last week because home heating oil demand in New Haven is rising, but fuel inventories in local heating oil terminals is falling. (Updated October 23rd, 2025).
How much is home heating oil right now in Providence ,RI?
The current price of home heating oil in Providence ,RI ranges from $2.85 to $3.64 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 Providence ,RI?
Heating oil prices have gone up in Providence ,RI by $0.04 per gallon over the past 1 days, which amounts to a $4.00 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in Providence ,RI?
As of today, October 30th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.10 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $2.85 to $3.64 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in Providence ,RI?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Providence ,RI ranges from $2.85 to $3.64 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 Providence ,RI?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Providence ,RI. Over the past year, Providence ,RI heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $4.94 for a 100-gallon order. This is $1.84 per gallon more than of $3.10, and $2.09 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $2.85. 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.
