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Oil Prices in Salem, NH
Updated Today at 05:02 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| B and H Oil Company | $3.00 | Yes | Yes |
| Mc Lean Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Neighbors Oil | $3.20 | Yes | Yes |
| Rockingham Oil | $3.20 | Yes | Yes |
| Leos Fuel | $3.00 | Yes | Yes |
| NRG Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Palmer Gas Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Fuel NRG | Call for price | No | No |
| Mackenzie Fuels | Call for price | No | No |
| Nashua Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Rochettes Oil Service | Call for price | No | No |
| BotLGas | Call for price | No | No |
| Chapman Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Palmer Gas and Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Midway Oil and Propane | Call for price | No | No |
| Roberson Oil and Oil Tech | Call for price | No | No |
| Depot Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| McLaughlin Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| MASI Plumbing Heating and AC | Call for price | No | No |
Salem Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Salem homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 19 heating oil companies that serve Salem 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 3 “full-service” oil companies that serve Salem. Full service companies such as Palmer Gas Co Inc or B & H Oil Co 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 Salem 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 Salem include McLaughlin Oil and Rochette's Oil Service Inc.
Salem Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Salem: 19 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Salem: 18 miles
Average Number Of Salem Homes Served Per Company: 379 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Salem Oil Company: 337,234 gallons per year
Salem, NH Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Salem homeowners purchased a total of 6 million gallons of heating oil. Out of the 172 towns in New Hampshire, Salem ranks 2nd for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Salem ranks 25th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Salem’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 Salem, the average outside temperature was 2.1° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Salem Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 33.1° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 35.2° F |
Oil Prices
Cheapest Salem, NH Oil Price Per Gallon
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| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $2.87 per gallon/gal | Jul 16, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $2.87 per gallon/gal | Jul 16, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $2.87 per gallon/gal | Jul 16, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $2.87 per gallon/gal | Jul 16, 2025, 5:01 PM |
Salem Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 12:00 AM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Day Trend | +$0.004 |
| 1 Week Trend | +$0.007 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.226 |
| 1 Year Trend | -$0.581 |
Salem Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/15/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/14/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/13/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/12/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/11/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/10/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/09/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/08/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/07/2025 | $3.049 |
| 07/06/2025 | $3.049 |
| 07/05/2025 | $3.049 |
| 07/04/2025 | $3.049 |
| 07/03/2025 | $3.049 |
| 07/02/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/01/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/30/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/29/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/28/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/27/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/26/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/25/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/24/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/23/2025 | $3.099 |
| 06/22/2025 | $3.074 |
| 06/21/2025 | $3.074 |
| 06/20/2025 | $3.074 |
| 06/19/2025 | $3.032 |
| 06/18/2025 | $2.999 |
| 06/17/2025 | $2.999 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Salem Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in Salem, used by 7,219 or 58.24% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Salem homeowners is propane, used by 2,334 homes (18.83%). The remaining homes are heated with natural gas (1,682), electricity (708), no fuel (368), and other fuels (58).
Salem Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Salem Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Oil | 7,219 | 58.2% |
| Propane | 2,334 | 18.8% |
| Natural Gas | 1,682 | 13.6% |
| Electricity | 708 | 5.7% |
| No Fuel | 368 | 3.0% |
| Wood | 287 | 2.3% |
| Solar | 59 | 0.5% |
| Other Fuels | 58 | 0.5% |
| Coal | 19 | 0.2% |
Heating oil (58.2%)
Propane (18.8%)
Natural gas (13.6%)
Electricity (5.7%)
No fuel (3.0%)
Wood (2.3%)
Solar (0.5%)
Other fuels (0.5%)
Coal (0.2%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Salem
Heating oil has become more popular in Salem. In the 4 years since 2018, the number of heating oil homes rose from 6,385 to 7,219, a 13.06% lift.
Salem Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 6,894 |
| 2012 | 6,787 |
| 2013 | 6,500 |
| 2014 | 6,362 |
| 2015 | 6,428 |
| 2016 | 6,404 |
| 2017 | 6,436 |
| 2018 | 6,385 |
| 2019 | 6,511 |
| 2020 | 7,203 |
| 2021 | 7,211 |
| 2022 | 7,219 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Salem
Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 2,160 to 2,334.
Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 1,156 to 1,682.
Electricity use for home heating in Salem
Electric space heating systems are becoming drop popular in Salem. Since 2018, the number of homes heating with electricity fell from 1,129 to 708, a 37.29% decrease.
Solar use for home heating in Salem
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, 59 homes in Salem are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 268.75% increase from 2018, when only 16 homes had installed active solar heating.
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Salem, NH Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 7,219 households in Salem, NH heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Salem, NH temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
58% of Salem, NH Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Salem, NH Households | Salem, NH Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 12,396 | 7,219 |
19 Salem, NH Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 6 million gallons of heating oil delivered to Salem, NH homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Salem, NH community relies on its 19 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 Salem, NH, two of the closest terminals are Gulf in Chelsea, MA and Gulf in Chelsea, MA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Salem, NH.
Salem Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Salem, NH?
The best price of home heating oil in Salem, NH today is $3.00 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Salem, NH ranges from a low of $3.00 to a high of $3.20. The average heating oil price in New Hampshire state is $3.10.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Salem, NH?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $310.00 in Salem, NH. Prices range from $299.90 to $320.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in Salem, NH rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Salem, NH has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.06 per gallon.
What is the average price of home heating oil in Salem, NH?
The average price of home heating oil in Salem, NH is $3.10 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Salem, NH?
Today in Salem, NH, the price of home heating oil is $3.00 per gallon, which amounts to $299.90 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Salem, NH?
The current price of heating oil in Salem, NH ranges from $3.00 to $3.20 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.10 per gallon.
How much is home heating oil right now in Salem, NH?
The current price of home heating oil in Salem, NH ranges from $3.00 to $3.20 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 Salem, NH?
Heating oil prices have gone down in Salem, NH by $0.06 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $6.00 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in Salem, NH?
As of today, July 16th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.10 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.00 to $3.20 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in Salem, NH?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Salem, NH ranges from $3.00 to $3.20 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 Salem, NH?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Salem, NH. Over the past year, Salem, NH heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.62 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.52 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.10, and $2.62 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.00. 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.
