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Oil Prices in South River, NJ
Updated on June 19, 2025 at 05:02 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacardi Oil Service | $3.19 | Yes | Yes |
| Jacquar Fuel Oil | $2.92 | Yes | Yes |
| Central New Jersey Heating Oil Inc | $3.19 | Yes | Yes |
| Skylands Online | $3.40 | Yes | Yes |
| K W Rastall Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Longhorn Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Skylands Energy Service | Call for price | No | No |
South River Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For South River homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 7 heating oil companies that serve South River 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 1 “full-service” oil companies that serve South River. Full service companies such as Skylands Energy Service or undefined 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 South River 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 South River include Jacquar Fuel Oil and K W Rastall Inc.
South River Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving South River: 7 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to South River: 18 miles
Average Number Of South River Homes Served Per Company: 14 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per South River Oil Company: 9,481 gallons per year
South River, NJ Heating Oil Trends
Last year, South River homeowners purchased a total of 66,373 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 409 towns in New Jersey, South River ranks 381st for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, South River ranks 4513rd out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
South River’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 South River, the average outside temperature was 1.8° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
South River Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 38.6° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 40.4° F |
Oil Prices
Cheapest South River, NJ Oil Price Per Gallon
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| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.19 per gallon/gal | Jun 19, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.10 per gallon/gal | Jun 19, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.08 per gallon/gal | Jun 19, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.08 per gallon/gal | Jun 19, 2025, 5:01 PM |
South River Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated on June 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Day Trend | +$0.060 |
| 1 Week Trend | +$0.288 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.325 |
| 1 Year Trend | +$0.025 |
South River Heating Oil Price History
Updated on June 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 06/19/2025 | $3.175 |
| 06/18/2025 | $3.115 |
| 06/17/2025 | $2.990 |
| 06/16/2025 | $2.990 |
| 06/15/2025 | $2.940 |
| 06/14/2025 | $2.940 |
| 06/13/2025 | $2.940 |
| 06/12/2025 | $2.886 |
| 06/11/2025 | $2.944 |
| 06/10/2025 | $2.944 |
| 06/09/2025 | $2.944 |
| 06/08/2025 | $2.944 |
| 06/07/2025 | $2.944 |
| 06/06/2025 | $2.944 |
| 06/05/2025 | $2.944 |
| 06/04/2025 | $2.856 |
| 06/03/2025 | $2.830 |
| 06/02/2025 | $2.815 |
| 06/01/2025 | $2.830 |
| 05/31/2025 | $2.830 |
| 05/30/2025 | $2.830 |
| 05/29/2025 | $2.830 |
| 05/28/2025 | $2.837 |
| 05/27/2025 | $2.837 |
| 05/26/2025 | $2.837 |
| 05/25/2025 | $2.850 |
| 05/24/2025 | $2.850 |
| 05/23/2025 | $2.850 |
| 05/22/2025 | $2.850 |
| 05/21/2025 | $2.850 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: South River Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in South River, used by 4,768 or 87.63% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for South River homeowners is electricity, used by 412 homes (7.57%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (192), heating oil (101), other fuels (25).
South River Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | South River Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 4,768 | 87.6% |
| Electricity | 412 | 7.6% |
| Propane | 192 | 3.5% |
| Heating Oil | 101 | 1.9% |
| Other Fuels | 25 | 0.5% |
Natural gas (87.6%)
Electricity (7.6%)
Propane (3.5%)
Heating oil (1.9%)
Other fuels (0.5%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in South River
Heating oil has become less popular in South River. In the 7 years since 2015, the number of heating oil homes fell from 263 to 101, a 61.60% drop.
South River Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 352 |
| 2012 | 274 |
| 2013 | 342 |
| 2014 | 293 |
| 2015 | 263 |
| 2016 | 267 |
| 2017 | 240 |
| 2018 | 175 |
| 2019 | 166 |
| 2020 | 124 |
| 2021 | 112 |
| 2022 | 101 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in South River
Between 2015 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 51 to 192.
Between 2015 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 4,862 to 4,768.
Electricity use for home heating in South River
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in South River. Since 2015, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 154 to 412, a 167.53% increase.
Solar use for home heating in South River
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 South River have not yet adopted solar heating.
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South River, NJ Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 101 households in South River, NJ heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when South River, NJ temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
1% of South River, NJ Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| South River, NJ Households | South River, NJ Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 5,441 | 101 |
7 South River, NJ Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 66,373 gallons of heating oil delivered to South River, NJ homeowners during the winter of 2024, the South River, NJ community relies on its 7 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 South River, NJ, two of the closest terminals are null in null and null in null. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in South River, NJ.
South River Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in South River, NJ?
The best price of home heating oil in South River, NJ today is $2.92 per gallon. The price of heating oil in South River, NJ ranges from a low of $2.92 to a high of $3.40. The average heating oil price in New Jersey state is $3.17.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in South River, NJ?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $317.00 in South River, NJ. Prices range from $292.00 to $340.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in South River, NJ rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in South River, NJ has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.02 per gallon.
What is the average price of home heating oil in South River, NJ?
The average price of home heating oil in South River, NJ is $3.17 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in South River, NJ?
Today in South River, NJ, the price of home heating oil is $2.92 per gallon, which amounts to $292.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in South River, NJ?
The current price of heating oil in South River, NJ ranges from $2.92 to $3.40 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.17 per gallon.
How much is home heating oil right now in South River, NJ?
The current price of home heating oil in South River, NJ ranges from $2.92 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 South River, NJ?
Heating oil prices have gone down in South River, NJ by $0.02 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $2.00 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in South River, NJ?
As of today, June 19th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.17 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $2.92 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 South River, NJ?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in South River, NJ ranges from $2.92 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 South River, NJ?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in South River, NJ. Over the past year, South River, NJ heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.67 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.50 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.17, and $2.75 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $2.92. 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.
