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Oil Prices For Heating Oil Companies In Arlington, MA
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Arlington Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Arlington residences heating with heating oil, choosing which of the 165 heating oil companies that serve Arlington can drastically impact the cost of home heating.
Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners who prefer a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system select one of the 82 “full-service” oil companies that serve Arlington. Full service companies such as Firemans Fuel or Keohan Fuels & Transportation Inc offer clients annual contracts which consist of a combined package of both automatic fuel oil delivery and boiler 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 client 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 households who are looking to save money. With discount oil companies, in exchange for lower prices, you monitor the number two heating oil level in your tank, and you place an oil order when the oil gauge dips below a quarter tank. A few of the 2 Arlington cash heating oil companies serving Arlington include Ranco Enterpises and Maria's Oil.
Arlington Heating Oil Company Fast Facts: Oil Companies Serving Arlington: 165 companies .
Average Number of Arlington Houses Served per Heating Oil company : 23
Arlington, MA Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Arlington homeowners purchased a total of 3 million gallons of heating oil. Out of the 494 towns in Massachusetts, Arlington ranks 33rd for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Arlington ranks 137th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Arlington’s overall heating oil use varies annually correlating with how cold it gets each winter. As the temperature outside drops, homes’ boilers need to burn more and more number two heating oil to maintain the temperature that the thermostat is set to. Last winter, the average outside temperature in Arlington was 30.6°F, which was 4.4°F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Arlington Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 30.6° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 35° F |
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Cheapest Arlington Heating Oil Price by Order Quantity
| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Mar 1, 2026, 1:00 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Mar 1, 2026, 1:00 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Mar 1, 2026, 1:00 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.25 per gallon/gal | Mar 1, 2026, 1:00 PM |
Cheapest Arlington Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 01:00 PM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Year Trend | +$0.550 |
Cheapest Arlington Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 01:00 PM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 03/01/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/28/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/27/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/26/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/25/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/24/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/23/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/22/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/21/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/20/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/19/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/18/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/17/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/16/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/15/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/14/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/13/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/12/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/11/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/10/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/09/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/08/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/07/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/06/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/05/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/04/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/03/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/02/2026 | $3.250 |
| 02/01/2026 | $3.250 |
| 01/31/2026 | $3.250 |
Average Arlington 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 Arlington 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: Arlington Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a choice of fuels to choose from when it comes to heating. Natural Gas is the preferred choice in Arlington, used by 11,521 or 58% of families. The 2nd most popular primary heating fuel for Arlington households is Heating Oil, used by 3,742 homes (19%). The rest of the homes are heated with Electricity (18%), Propane (3%), Other (2%), and Wood (0.2%).
Arlington Residential Primary Home Heating Fuel (in Number of Households)
| Year | Natural Gas | Propane | Electricity | Oil | Wood | Solar | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11,521 | 659 | 3,589 | 3,742 | 38 | 26 | 135 |
| 2024 | 11,521 | 627 | 3,488 | 3,855 | 34 | 21 | 124 |
| 2023 | 11,485 | 596 | 3,352 | 4,044 | 30 | 16 | 115 |
| 2022 | 11,561 | 640 | 2,892 | 4,055 | 26 | 22 | 97 |
| 2021 | 11,637 | 559 | 2,713 | 4,123 | 45 | 0 | 108 |
| 2020 | 10,997 | 616 | 2,601 | 4,526 | 81 | 21 | 99 |
| 2019 | 11,013 | 459 | 2,390 | 4,677 | 89 | 8 | 115 |
| 2018 | 10,901 | 442 | 2,148 | 4,787 | 100 | 8 | 99 |
| 2017 | 10,829 | 409 | 1,899 | 5,007 | 100 | 8 | 84 |
| 2016 | 10,694 | 341 | 1,922 | 5,222 | 110 | 16 | 60 |
| 2015 | 11,013 | 327 | 1,761 | 5,214 | 42 | 9 | 59 |
| 2014 | 10,815 | 307 | 1,945 | 5,501 | 39 | 11 | 24 |
| 2013 | 10,518 | 253 | 1,941 | 5,908 | 42 | 10 | 0 |
| 2012 | 10,417 | 270 | 2,014 | 6,322 | 26 | 7 | 0 |
| 2011 | 10,392 | 287 | 2,137 | 6,160 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Arlington
Number two heating oil has become less popular in Arlington. In the 11 years since 2014, the number of residents using number two heating oil decreased from 5,501 to 3,742, a 32% drop.
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Arlington
Between 2014 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel grew from 307 to 659, a 115% change. Comparing 2014 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel ramped up from 10,815 to 11,521, a 7% change.
Electricity use for home heating in Arlington
Electric heat pump systems for home heating are more popular in Arlington. Since 2014, the number of homes heating with electricity increased from 1,945 to 3,589, a 85% change.
Adoption of solar home heating systems in Arlington
Solar is the most environmentally friendly of all 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 (similar to a hot water heater) in the basement. Now, 26 homes in Arlington are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 136% gain from 2014, when 11 homes incorporated active solar heating.
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Arlington Heating Oil Delivery Overview
3,742 households in Arlington heat their homes with heating oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Arlington temperatures drop as low as 25.0° F each winter. 19% of Arlington homes depend on heating oil delivery each winter.
19% of Arlington, MA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Arlington, MA Households | Arlington, MA Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 19,895 | 3,742 |
165 Arlington Fuel Oil Companies Serving The Community
With 582,115,837.988 gallons of number two heating oil delivered to Arlington residences during this past winter, the Arlington community looks to its 165 oil companies to keep warm throughout the winter. Oil delivery can be summed up in two steps: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal (also known as a “rack”). In the case of Arlington, two of the closest terminals are Sprague W in Springfield, MA and Buckeye in Springfield, MA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses throughout Arlington and the surrounding vicinity.
Arlington Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Arlington?
The best price of home heating oil in Arlington today is $3.25 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Arlington ranges from a low of $3.25 to a high of $4.23.
Is the price of heating oil in Arlington rising or falling?
Heating oil prices in Arlington have remained unchanged over the last 7 days.
How much does 150 gallons of heating oil cost in Arlington?
150 gallons of heating oil costs $487.50 in Arlington.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Arlington?
Today in Arlington, the price of home heating oil is $3.25 per gallon, which amounts to $487.50 for a 150-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Arlington?
The current price of heating oil in Arlington ranges from $3.25 to $4.23 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company.
Why are heating oil prices rising today in Arlington?
Heating oil prices in Arlington have not changed over the last week.
How much is home heating oil right now in Arlington?
The current price of home heating oil in Arlington ranges from $3.25 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.
How much is oil per gallon in Arlington?
As of today, March 1st, 2026, the price of oil is $3.25 per gallon for a 150-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.25 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 Arlington?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Arlington ranges from $3.25 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 Arlington?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Arlington. Over the past year, Arlington 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 $0.98 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.25. 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.
