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Oil Prices For Heating Oil Companies In Altamont, NY
Updated Today at 09:15 AM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon |
|---|---|
| J H Buhrmaster Company | $3.99 |
| MainCare Express | $3.95 |
| H and M Oil Company | Call for price |
| RAJ Petroleum | Call for price |
| Helderberg Oil Inc | Call for price |
| A and M Middleburgh Oil | Call for price |
| Charlton Oil Company | Call for price |
| Polsinello Fuels | Call for price |
| Long Energy | Call for price |
| Family Danz Fuel Services | Call for price |
| Young Home Heating Fuels | Call for price |
| Peterson Fuel Oil Company | Call for price |
| P and D Maintenance | Call for price |
| Martin Petroleum | Call for price |
| Tim Peek and Son LLC | Call for price |
| Dennys Fuel Service | Call for price |
| K and M Fuels | Call for price |
| TCB Energy | Call for price |
| Laraways Inc | Call for price |
| Main Brothers Oil Company | Call for price |
| Roesch Fuel Services | Call for price |
Altamont Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Altamont residences heating with oil, selecting which of the 21 heating oil companies that serve Altamont can drastically impact the cost of home heating.
Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners who want a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system pick one of the 10 “full-service” oil companies that serve Altamont. Full service companies such as H & M Oil Co Inc Hoffman & Miller Oil Co or Helderberg Oil Inc offer families annual contracts which consist of a combined package of both automatic fuel oil delivery and heating system repair. With an automatic heating oil delivery contract, the company tracks your home’s heating oil consumption and makes deliveries when your tank is running low. The customer does not need to monitor the level of the oil tank or place individual orders.
Discount Oil Companies: Also known by the names “COD Fuel” or “Cash Heating Oil” companies, discount oil companies are for clients who are on a budget. With discount oil companies, in return for better prices, you monitor the 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 Altamont cash heating oil companies serving Altamont include J H Buhrmaster Company Inc and MainCare Express.
Altamont Oil Company By The Numbers: Oil Companies Serving Altamont: 21 companies .
Average Number of Altamont Houses Served per Fuel Oil company : 40
Altamont, NY Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Altamont homeowners purchased a total of 472,270 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 1008 towns in New York, Altamont ranks 266th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Altamont ranks 1596th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Altamont’s overall fuel oil usage changes from year to year based on the severity of the winter. As the temperature outside gets more chilly, homes’ heating systems need to burn more and more heating oil to keep the house warm inside. Last winter, the average outside temperature in Altamont was 26.2°F, which was 5.8°F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Altamont Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 26.2° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 32° F |
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Cheapest Altamont Heating Oil Price by Order Quantity
| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.99 per gallon/gal | Feb 2, 2026, 9:15 AM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.95 per gallon/gal | Feb 2, 2026, 9:15 AM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.93 per gallon/gal | Feb 2, 2026, 9:15 AM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.93 per gallon/gal | Feb 2, 2026, 9:15 AM |
Cheapest Altamont Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 02:15 PM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Week Trend | +$0.059 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.550 |
Cheapest Altamont Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 02:15 PM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | $3.949 |
| 02/01/2026 | $3.949 |
| 01/31/2026 | $3.949 |
| 01/30/2026 | $3.949 |
| 01/29/2026 | $3.890 |
| 01/28/2026 | $3.890 |
| 01/27/2026 | $3.890 |
| 01/26/2026 | $3.740 |
| 01/25/2026 | $3.690 |
| 01/24/2026 | $3.690 |
| 01/23/2026 | $3.690 |
| 01/22/2026 | $3.690 |
| 01/21/2026 | $3.599 |
| 01/20/2026 | $3.550 |
| 01/19/2026 | $3.550 |
| 01/18/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/17/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/16/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/15/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/14/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/13/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/12/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/11/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/10/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/09/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/08/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/07/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/06/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/05/2026 | $3.399 |
| 01/04/2026 | $3.399 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Altamont Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Residences have a variety of fuels that can be used when it comes to heating. Natural Gas is the preferred choice in Altamont, used by 1,310 or 41% of homeowners. The next most popular primary heating fuel for Altamont families is Heating Oil, used by 846 homes (26%). The rest of the homes are heated with Electricity (13%), Propane (11%), Wood (5%), and Solar (2%).
Altamont Residential Primary Home Heating Fuel (in Number of Households)
| Year | Natural Gas | Propane | Electricity | Oil | Wood | Solar | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,310 | 345 | 424 | 846 | 163 | 64 | 29 |
| 2024 | 1,276 | 328 | 424 | 848 | 163 | 64 | 27 |
| 2023 | 1,262 | 320 | 427 | 851 | 162 | 65 | 25 |
| 2022 | 1,216 | 367 | 388 | 923 | 189 | 61 | 16 |
| 2021 | 1,117 | 305 | 508 | 922 | 213 | 54 | 26 |
| 2020 | 1,257 | 194 | 398 | 867 | 216 | 26 | 22 |
| 2019 | 1,230 | 202 | 343 | 980 | 152 | 43 | 43 |
| 2018 | 1,177 | 241 | 343 | 972 | 176 | 24 | 33 |
| 2017 | 1,137 | 195 | 379 | 931 | 194 | 22 | 62 |
| 2016 | 1,237 | 239 | 278 | 968 | 174 | 20 | 64 |
| 2015 | 1,060 | 257 | 320 | 946 | 190 | 20 | 64 |
| 2014 | 998 | 207 | 354 | 1,021 | 177 | 19 | 55 |
| 2013 | 1,027 | 168 | 409 | 1,055 | 224 | 15 | 43 |
| 2012 | 1,072 | 166 | 386 | 1,044 | 240 | 5 | 9 |
| 2011 | 841 | 149 | 451 | 1,200 | 236 | 3 | 3 |
Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Altamont
Fuel oil has become decreasing in demand in Altamont. In the 4 years since 2021, the number of households using oil declined from 922 to 846, a 8% drop.
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Altamont
Between 2021 and today, the number of houses using propane as the primary space heating fuel grew from 305 to 345, a 13% change. Comparing 2021 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel jumped from 1,117 to 1,310, a 17% change.
Electricity use for home heating in Altamont
Electric heat pump systems for home heating are losing popularity in Altamont. Since 2021, the number of homes heating with electricity dipped from 508 to 424, a 17% change.
Adoption of solar home heating systems in Altamont
Out of all fuels, solar is the safest for the environment. 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. Currently, 64 homes in Altamont are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 19% gain from 2021, when 54 homes incorporated active solar heating.
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Altamont Heating Oil Delivery Overview
846 residences in Altamont heat their homes with oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Altamont temperatures drop as low as 19.9° F each winter. 26% of Altamont residences depend on heating oil delivery each winter.
26% of Altamont, NY Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Altamont, NY Households | Altamont, NY Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 3,198 | 846 |
21 Altamont Heating Oil Companies Serving The Community
With 664,748,714.28 gallons of heating oil delivered to Altamont homes last winter, the Altamont community looks to its 21 oil companies to keep warm throughout the winter. Oil delivery has two parts to it: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal (also known as a “rack”). In the case of Altamont, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in Bridgeport, CT and N.h.term in New Haven, CT. Then, the truck delivers the number two heating oil to residences and companies throughout Altamont and the surrounding vicinity.
Altamont Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Altamont?
The best price of home heating oil in Altamont today is $3.95 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Altamont ranges from a low of $3.95 to a high of $4.20. The average heating oil price in New York state is $3.75.
Is the price of heating oil in Altamont rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Altamont has risen by $0.225 over the last 7 days.
What is the average price of home heating oil in Altamont?
The average price of home heating oil in Altamont is $3.75 per gallon.
How much does 150 gallons of heating oil cost in Altamont?
150 gallons of heating oil costs $562.50 in Altamont.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Altamont?
Today in Altamont, the price of home heating oil is $3.95 per gallon, which amounts to $592.35 for a 150-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Altamont?
The current price of heating oil in Altamont ranges from $3.95 to $4.20 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.75 per gallon.
Why are heating oil prices rising today in Altamont?
Heating oil prices in Altamont rose $0.225 over the last week because home heating oil demand in Albany is rising, but fuel inventories in local heating oil terminals is falling. (Updated January 26th, 2026).
How much is home heating oil right now in Altamont?
The current price of home heating oil in Altamont ranges from $3.95 to $4.20 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.
Is heating oil going up or down in Altamont?
Heating oil prices have gone up in Altamont by $0.23 per gallon over the past 4 days, which amounts to a $33.75 for a 150-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in Altamont?
As of today, February 2nd, 2026, the price of oil is $3.95 per gallon for a 150-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.95 to $4.20 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in Altamont?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Altamont ranges from $3.95 to $4.20 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 Altamont?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Altamont. Over the past year, Altamont heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $4.94 for a 150-gallon order. This is $1.19 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.75, and $1.00 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.95. 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.
