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Oil Prices in Amherst, NH
Updated Today at 01:44 AM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockingham Oil | $3.20 | Yes | Yes |
| Absco Heating | $3.30 | Yes | Yes |
| Deep Discount Heating Oil | $2.99 | Yes | Yes |
| Absco Heating and Home Services | $3.30 | Yes | Yes |
| Discount Oil | $2.99 | Yes | Yes |
| City Fuel Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Nashua Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| ML Halle Oil Service | Call for price | No | No |
| Morins Service Station | Call for price | No | No |
| Lemay Oil Services | Call for price | No | No |
| Rick Wenzel Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Rochettes Oil Service | Call for price | No | No |
| BotLGas | Call for price | No | No |
| Lorden Home Climate Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Ciardelli Fuel Co | Call for price | No | No |
| Rick Wenzel Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Crawford Vogel and Wenzel | Call for price | No | No |
| Richard Julien Company | Call for price | No | No |
| McLaughlin Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| MASI Plumbing Heating and AC | Call for price | No | No |
| Trombly Plumbing and HVAC | Call for price | No | No |
Amherst Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Amherst homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 21 heating oil companies that serve Amherst 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 Amherst. Full service companies such as Absco Heating 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 Amherst 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 Amherst include Lemay Oil Services and McLaughlin Oil.
Amherst Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Amherst: 21 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Amherst: 18 miles
Average Number Of Amherst Homes Served Per Company: 129 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Amherst Oil Company: 114,836 gallons per year
Amherst, NH Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Amherst homeowners purchased a total of 2 million gallons of heating oil. Out of the 172 towns in New Hampshire, Amherst ranks 14th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Amherst ranks 235th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Amherst’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 Amherst, the average outside temperature was 2.6° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Amherst Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 30.6° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 33.2° F |
Oil Prices
Cheapest Amherst, NH Oil Price Per Gallon
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| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $2.99 per gallon/gal | Jul 9, 2025, 1:43 AM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $2.99 per gallon/gal | Jul 9, 2025, 1:43 AM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $2.99 per gallon/gal | Jul 9, 2025, 1:43 AM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $2.99 per gallon/gal | Jul 9, 2025, 1:43 AM |
Amherst Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated Today at 12:00 AM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Week Trend | -$0.009 |
| 1 Month Trend | +$0.319 |
| 1 Year Trend | -$0.581 |
Amherst Heating Oil Price History
Updated Today at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/08/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/07/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/06/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/05/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/04/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/03/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/02/2025 | $3.155 |
| 07/01/2025 | $3.155 |
| 06/30/2025 | $3.155 |
| 06/29/2025 | $3.155 |
| 06/28/2025 | $3.155 |
| 06/27/2025 | $3.155 |
| 06/26/2025 | $3.155 |
| 06/25/2025 | $3.239 |
| 06/24/2025 | $3.239 |
| 06/23/2025 | $3.200 |
| 06/22/2025 | $3.040 |
| 06/21/2025 | $3.040 |
| 06/20/2025 | $3.040 |
| 06/19/2025 | $3.006 |
| 06/18/2025 | $2.873 |
| 06/17/2025 | $2.873 |
| 06/16/2025 | $2.840 |
| 06/15/2025 | $2.840 |
| 06/14/2025 | $2.840 |
| 06/13/2025 | $2.840 |
| 06/12/2025 | $2.840 |
| 06/11/2025 | $2.840 |
| 06/10/2025 | $2.840 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Amherst Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in Amherst, used by 2,717 or 58.85% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Amherst homeowners is propane, used by 995 homes (21.55%). The remaining homes are heated with natural gas (428), electricity (290), other fuels (184), and other fuels (184).
Amherst Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Amherst Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Oil | 2,717 | 58.9% |
| Propane | 995 | 21.6% |
| Natural Gas | 428 | 9.3% |
| Electricity | 290 | 6.3% |
| Other Fuels | 184 | 4.0% |
| Wood | 84 | 1.8% |
Heating oil (58.9%)
Propane (21.6%)
Natural gas (9.3%)
Electricity (6.3%)
Other fuels (4.0%)
Wood (1.8%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Amherst
Heating oil has become more popular in Amherst. In the 3 years since 2019, the number of heating oil homes rose from 2,414 to 2,717, a 12.55% lift.
Amherst Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 2,074 |
| 2012 | 2,088 |
| 2013 | 2,115 |
| 2014 | 1,947 |
| 2015 | 2,127 |
| 2016 | 2,125 |
| 2017 | 2,113 |
| 2018 | 2,151 |
| 2019 | 2,414 |
| 2020 | 2,467 |
| 2021 | 2,589 |
| 2022 | 2,717 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Amherst
Between 2019 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 1,031 to 995.
Between 2019 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 426 to 428.
Electricity use for home heating in Amherst
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Amherst. Since 2019, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 158 to 290, a 83.54% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Amherst
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 Amherst have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Amherst, NH Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 2,717 households in Amherst, NH heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Amherst, NH temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
58% of Amherst, NH Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Amherst, NH Households | Amherst, NH Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 4,617 | 2,717 |
21 Amherst, NH Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 2 million gallons of heating oil delivered to Amherst, NH homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Amherst, NH community relies on its 21 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 Amherst, NH, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in Newington, NH and Gulf in Chelsea, MA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Amherst, NH.
Amherst Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Amherst, NH?
The best price of home heating oil in Amherst, NH today is $2.99 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Amherst, NH ranges from a low of $2.99 to a high of $3.30. The average heating oil price in New Hampshire state is $3.16.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Amherst, NH?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $316.00 in Amherst, NH. Prices range from $299.00 to $330.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in Amherst, NH rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Amherst, NH has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.17 per gallon.
What is the average price of home heating oil in Amherst, NH?
The average price of home heating oil in Amherst, NH is $3.16 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in Amherst, NH?
Today in Amherst, NH, the price of home heating oil is $2.99 per gallon, which amounts to $299.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in Amherst, NH?
The current price of heating oil in Amherst, NH ranges from $2.99 to $3.30 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.16 per gallon.
How much is home heating oil right now in Amherst, NH?
The current price of home heating oil in Amherst, NH ranges from $2.99 to $3.30 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 Amherst, NH?
Heating oil prices have gone down in Amherst, NH by $0.17 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $17.00 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in Amherst, NH?
As of today, July 9th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.16 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $2.99 to $3.30 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in Amherst, NH?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Amherst, NH ranges from $2.99 to $3.30 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 Amherst, NH?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Amherst, NH. Over the past year, Amherst, NH heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.72 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.57 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.16, and $2.73 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $2.99. 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.
