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Oil Prices in Chester, NJ
Updated Today at 03:00 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Heating Oil | $3.35 | Yes | Yes |
| Harvest Green Energy | $3.29 | Yes | Yes |
| Advantage Oil | $2.99 | Yes | Yes |
| Hackettstown Oil | $3.09 | Yes | Yes |
| Skylands Online | $3.40 | Yes | Yes |
| Affordable Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Patriot Discount Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Skylands Energy Service | Call for price | No | No |
Chester Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Chester homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 8 heating oil companies that serve Chester 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 Chester. Full service companies such as Patriot Discount Oil or Skylands Energy Service 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 Chester 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 Chester include Hackettstown Corporation and Affordable Oil.
Chester Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Chester: 8 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Chester: 18 miles
Average Number Of Chester Homes Served Per Company: 77 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Chester Oil Company: 50,929 gallons per year
Chester, NJ Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Chester homeowners purchased a total of 407,440 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 409 towns in New Jersey, Chester ranks 140th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Chester ranks 1787th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Chester’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 Chester, the average outside temperature was 4.6° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Chester Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 32.6° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 37.2° F |
Oil Prices
Cheapest Chester, NJ Oil Price Per Gallon
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| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $2.99 per gallon/gal | Jul 12, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $2.98 per gallon/gal | Jul 12, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $2.98 per gallon/gal | Jul 12, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $2.98 per gallon/gal | Jul 12, 2025, 3:00 PM |
Chester Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 12:00 AM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.232 |
| 1 Year Trend | -$0.106 |
Chester Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 07/12/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/11/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/10/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/09/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/08/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/07/2025 | $3.218 |
| 07/06/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/05/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/04/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/03/2025 | $3.224 |
| 07/02/2025 | $3.216 |
| 07/01/2025 | $3.216 |
| 06/30/2025 | $3.204 |
| 06/29/2025 | $3.210 |
| 06/28/2025 | $3.210 |
| 06/27/2025 | $3.210 |
| 06/26/2025 | $3.204 |
| 06/25/2025 | $3.302 |
| 06/24/2025 | $3.374 |
| 06/23/2025 | $3.344 |
| 06/22/2025 | $3.300 |
| 06/21/2025 | $3.300 |
| 06/20/2025 | $3.300 |
| 06/19/2025 | $3.232 |
| 06/18/2025 | $3.160 |
| 06/17/2025 | $3.100 |
| 06/16/2025 | $3.100 |
| 06/15/2025 | $2.958 |
| 06/14/2025 | $2.958 |
| 06/13/2025 | $2.958 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Chester Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Chester, used by 2,214 or 73.43% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Chester homeowners is heating oil, used by 620 homes (20.56%). The remaining homes are heated with electricity (108), propane (53), wood (12).
Chester Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Chester Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 2,214 | 73.4% |
| Heating Oil | 620 | 20.6% |
| Electricity | 108 | 3.6% |
| Propane | 53 | 1.8% |
| Wood | 12 | 0.4% |
| Coal | 5 | 0.2% |
| No Fuel | 3 | 0.1% |
Natural gas (73.4%)
Heating oil (20.6%)
Electricity (3.6%)
Propane (1.8%)
Wood (0.4%)
Coal (0.2%)
No fuel (0.1%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Chester
Heating oil has become less popular in Chester. In the 9 years since 2013, the number of heating oil homes fell from 676 to 620, a 8.28% drop.
Chester Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 891 |
| 2012 | 831 |
| 2013 | 676 |
| 2014 | 643 |
| 2015 | 551 |
| 2016 | 536 |
| 2017 | 529 |
| 2018 | 588 |
| 2019 | 560 |
| 2020 | 588 |
| 2021 | 604 |
| 2022 | 620 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Chester
Between 2013 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 58 to 53.
Between 2013 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 1,771 to 2,214.
Electricity use for home heating in Chester
Electric space heating systems are becoming drop popular in Chester. Since 2013, the number of homes heating with electricity fell from 133 to 108, a 18.80% decrease.
Solar use for home heating in Chester
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 Chester have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Chester, NJ Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 620 households in Chester, NJ heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Chester, NJ temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
20% of Chester, NJ Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Chester, NJ Households | Chester, NJ Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 3,015 | 620 |
8 Chester, NJ Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 407,439 gallons of heating oil delivered to Chester, NJ homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Chester, NJ community relies on its 8 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 Chester, NJ, two of the closest terminals are Psx in Linden, NJ and Psx in Linden, NJ. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Chester, NJ.
Chester Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Chester, NJ?
The best price of home heating oil in Chester, NJ today is $2.99 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Chester, NJ ranges from a low of $2.99 to a high of $3.40. The average heating oil price in New Jersey state is $3.22.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Chester, NJ?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $322.00 in Chester, NJ. Prices range from $299.00 to $340.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in Chester, NJ rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Chester, NJ has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.23 per gallon.
What is the average price of home heating oil in Chester, NJ?
The average price of home heating oil in Chester, NJ is $3.22 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Chester, NJ?
Today in Chester, NJ, the price of home heating oil is $2.99 per gallon, which amounts to $299.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Chester, NJ?
The current price of heating oil in Chester, NJ ranges from $2.99 to $3.40 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.22 per gallon.
How much is home heating oil right now in Chester, NJ?
The current price of home heating oil in Chester, NJ ranges from $2.99 to $3.40 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 Chester, NJ?
Heating oil prices have gone down in Chester, NJ by $0.23 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $23.00 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in Chester, NJ?
As of today, July 12nd, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.22 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $2.99 to $3.40 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in Chester, NJ?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Chester, NJ ranges from $2.99 to $3.40 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 Chester, NJ?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Chester, NJ. Over the past year, Chester, NJ heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.70 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.48 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.22, and $2.71 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $2.99. 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.
