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Oil Prices in Sheldon, VT
Updated on June 29, 2025 at 05:00 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| S B Collins | Call for price | No | No |
| Clarence Brown Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Joyal Fuels | Call for price | No | No |
Sheldon, VT Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Sheldon homeowners purchased a total of 252,984 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 124 towns in Vermont, Sheldon ranks 92nd for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Sheldon ranks 2441st out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Sheldon’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 Sheldon, the average outside temperature was 3.7° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Sheldon Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 23.7° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 27.4° F |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Sheldon Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in Sheldon, used by 298 or 57.09% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Sheldon homeowners is natural gas, used by 114 homes (21.84%). The remaining homes are heated with wood (86), propane (23), other fuels (9).
Sheldon Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Sheldon Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Oil | 298 | 57.1% |
| Natural Gas | 114 | 21.8% |
| Wood | 86 | 16.5% |
| Propane | 23 | 4.4% |
| Other Fuels | 9 | 1.7% |
Heating oil (57.1%)
Natural gas (21.8%)
Wood (16.5%)
Propane (4.4%)
Other fuels (1.7%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Sheldon
Heating oil has become less popular in Sheldon. In the 2 years since 2020, the number of heating oil homes fell from 330 to 298, a 9.70% drop.
Sheldon Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 213 |
| 2012 | 216 |
| 2013 | 229 |
| 2014 | 274 |
| 2015 | 254 |
| 2016 | 268 |
| 2017 | 272 |
| 2018 | 239 |
| 2019 | 205 |
| 2020 | 330 |
| 2021 | 314 |
| 2022 | 298 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Sheldon
Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 73 to 23.
Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 38 to 114.
Electricity use for home heating in Sheldon
Sheldon homeowners have yet to adopt electricity as a primary heating source.
Solar use for home heating in Sheldon
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 Sheldon have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Sheldon, VT Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 298 households in Sheldon, VT heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Sheldon, VT temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
57% of Sheldon, VT Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Sheldon, VT Households | Sheldon, VT Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 522 | 298 |
3 Sheldon, VT Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 252,983 gallons of heating oil delivered to Sheldon, VT homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Sheldon, VT community relies on its 3 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 Sheldon, VT, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in So. Portland, ME and Buckeye in South Portland, ME. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Sheldon, VT.
Sheldon Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What if oil prices change after I order, but before delivery?
Your price will lock, when you place order.
Do I need to be home for the delivery?
Credit card orders: You don’t need to be home.
How much oil should I order?
95% of homes have 275 gallons oil tanks, and if you have around 1/4th tank, we recommend ordering 150 gallons to take advantage of bulk discounts, which typically kick in at 150 gallons.
What is a “cash/check deal” and why is it cheaper than a regular credit card deal?
Many oil companies offer a discount for cash or check payment because this avoids credit card fees. If you grab a cash/check deal, the provider contacts you prior to delivery to arrange payment.
