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Oil Prices For Heating Oil Companies In La Plata, MD
Updated Today at 03:00 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon |
|---|---|
| SMO Energy | Call for price |
La Plata Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For La Plata homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 2 heating oil companies that serve La Plata 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 0 “full-service” oil companies that serve La Plata. Full service companies such as undefined 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 La Plata 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 La Plata include SMO Inc and Ridgell Oil.
La Plata Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving La Plata: 2 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to La Plata: 18 miles
Average Number Of La Plata Homes Served Per Company: 698 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per La Plata Oil Company: 359,995 gallons per year
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Cheapest La Plata Heating Oil Price by Order Quantity
| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.65 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.65 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.65 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.65 per gallon/gal | Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM |
La Plata Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 04:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | $3.649 |
| 10/29/2025 | $3.649 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: La Plata Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Electricity is the most popular choice in La Plata, used by 4,430 or 70.12% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for La Plata homeowners is heating oil, used by 1,397 homes (22.11%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (659), wood (159), natural gas (100), and other fuels (63).
La Plata Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | La Plata Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 4,430 | 70.1% |
| Heating Oil | 1,397 | 22.1% |
| Propane | 659 | 10.4% |
| Wood | 159 | 2.5% |
| Natural Gas | 100 | 1.6% |
| Other Fuels | 63 | 1.0% |
| No Fuel | 33 | 0.5% |
| Solar | 27 | 0.4% |
Electricity (70.1%)
Heating oil (22.1%)
Propane (10.4%)
Wood (2.5%)
Natural gas (1.6%)
Other fuels (1.0%)
No fuel (0.5%)
Solar (0.4%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in La Plata
Heating oil has become more popular in La Plata. In the 2 years since 2020, the number of heating oil homes rose from 1,367 to 1,397, a 2.19% lift.
La Plata Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 1,882 |
| 2012 | 1,897 |
| 2013 | 2,036 |
| 2014 | 2,013 |
| 2015 | 2,007 |
| 2016 | 1,823 |
| 2017 | 1,750 |
| 2018 | 1,571 |
| 2019 | 1,501 |
| 2020 | 1,367 |
| 2021 | 1,382 |
| 2022 | 1,397 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in La Plata
Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 256 to 659.
Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 1,035 to 100.
Electricity use for home heating in La Plata
Electric space heating systems are becoming drop popular in La Plata. Since 2020, the number of homes heating with electricity fell from 4,857 to 4,430, a 8.79% decrease.
Solar use for home heating in La Plata
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.
Currently, 27 homes in La Plata are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 50.91% decrease from 2020, when only 55 homes had installed active solar heating.
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La Plata, MD Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 1,397 households in La Plata heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when La Plata temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
22.11% of La Plata, MD Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| La Plata, MD Households | La Plata, MD Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 6,318 | 1,397 |
2 La Plata, MD Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 719,991 gallons of heating oil delivered to La Plata homeowners during the winter of 2024, the La Plata community relies on its 2 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 La Plata, two of the closest terminals are Apex in Baltimore, and 1st Enrgy in Richmond, . Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in La Plata.
La Plata Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in La Plata ,MD?
The best price of home heating oil in La Plata ,MD today is $3.65 per gallon. The price of heating oil in La Plata ,MD ranges from a low of $3.65 to a high of $3.65. The average heating oil price in Maryland state is $3.65.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in La Plata ,MD?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $365.00 in La Plata ,MD. Prices range from $365.00 to $365.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in La Plata ,MD rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in La Plata ,MD has risen by $3.649 over the last 7 days.
What is the average price of home heating oil in La Plata ,MD?
The average price of home heating oil in La Plata ,MD is $3.65 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in La Plata ,MD?
Today in La Plata ,MD, the price of home heating oil is $3.65 per gallon, which amounts to $365.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in La Plata ,MD?
The current price of heating oil in La Plata ,MD ranges from $3.65 to $3.65 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.65 per gallon.
Why are heating oil prices rising today in La Plata ,MD?
Heating oil prices in La Plata ,MD rose $3.649 over the last week because home heating oil demand in Baltimore is rising, but fuel inventories in local heating oil terminals is falling. (Updated October 23rd, 2025).
How much is home heating oil right now in La Plata ,MD?
The current price of home heating oil in La Plata ,MD ranges from $3.65 to $3.65 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 La Plata ,MD?
Heating oil prices have gone up in La Plata ,MD by $3.65 per gallon over the past 2 days, which amounts to a $364.90 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in La Plata ,MD?
As of today, October 30th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.65 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.65 to $3.65 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in La Plata ,MD?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in La Plata ,MD ranges from $3.65 to $3.65 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 La Plata ,MD?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in La Plata ,MD. Over the past year, La Plata ,MD heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $4.94 for a 100-gallon order. This is $1.29 per gallon more than of $3.65, and $1.29 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.65. 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.
