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Oil Prices in Meriden, NH
Updated on June 20, 2025 at 05:02 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| RE Hinkley Co Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Simple Energy Partners Llc | Call for price | No | No |
| Goodrich Oil & Propane Co | Call for price | No | No |
Meriden Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Meriden homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 3 heating oil companies that serve Meriden 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 Meriden. Full service companies such as Goodrich Oil & Propane Co 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 Meriden 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 Meriden include RE Hinkley Co Inc and Simple Energy Partners Llc.
Meriden Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Meriden: 3 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Meriden: 18 miles
Average Number Of Meriden Homes Served Per Company: 31 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Meriden Oil Company: 28,106 gallons per year
Meriden, NH Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Meriden homeowners purchased a total of 84,320 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 172 towns in New Hampshire, Meriden ranks 207th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Meriden ranks 4184th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Meriden’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 Meriden, the average outside temperature was 3.6° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Meriden Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 25° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 28.6° F |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Meriden Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Propane is the most popular choice in Meriden, used by 142 or 67.94% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Meriden homeowners is heating oil, used by 95 homes (45.45%). The remaining homes are heated with wood (15).
Meriden Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Meriden Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Propane | 142 | 67.9% |
| Heating Oil | 95 | 45.5% |
| Wood | 15 | 7.2% |
Propane (67.9%)
Heating oil (45.5%)
Wood (7.2%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Meriden
Heating oil has become more popular in Meriden. In the 2 years since 2020, the number of heating oil homes rose from 50 to 95, a 90.00% lift.
Meriden Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 87 |
| 2012 | 116 |
| 2013 | 112 |
| 2014 | 118 |
| 2015 | 111 |
| 2016 | 110 |
| 2017 | 95 |
| 2018 | 101 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2021 | 69 |
| 2022 | 95 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Meriden
Between 2020 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 22 to 142.
Natural gas pipes have not been installed into homes in Meriden.
Electricity use for home heating in Meriden
Meriden homeowners have yet to adopt electricity as a primary heating source.
Solar use for home heating in Meriden
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 Meriden have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Meriden, NH Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 95 households in Meriden, NH heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Meriden, NH temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
45% of Meriden, NH Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Meriden, NH Households | Meriden, NH Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 209 | 95 |
3 Meriden, NH Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 84,320 gallons of heating oil delivered to Meriden, NH homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Meriden, NH 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 Meriden, NH, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in Newington, NH and Sti in Springfield, MA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Meriden, NH.
Meriden 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.
