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Oil Prices in South Portland, ME
Updated on July 25, 2025 at 05:02 PM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| DownEast Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Fieldings Oil Company | $3.15 | Yes | Yes |
| AJs Discount Oil Company | $2.99 | Yes | Yes |
| Jamison Energy | $3.10 | Yes | Yes |
| Lowest Price Oil | $2.92 | Yes | Yes |
| Mainely Heating Oil | $3.10 | Yes | Yes |
| Sea Land Energy | $3.20 | Yes | Yes |
| Willow Creek Fuels | $3.00 | Yes | Yes |
| Ruck Oil Inc | $3.09 | Yes | Yes |
| Order Oil Online | $2.91 | Yes | Yes |
| Cash Energy | $3.09 | Yes | Yes |
| Ajs Discount Oil | $2.99 | Yes | Yes |
| Maine Bio Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Rinaldi Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| 5 Star Fuel LLC | Call for price | No | No |
| Atlantic Heating Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Fleurent Fuel Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Nice Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Vic and Sons Fuel Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Higgins Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Winterwood Fuel and Water | Call for price | No | No |
| Pauls Services Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Beaupre Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Conroys Oil Service | Call for price | No | No |
| Gils Oil Service | Call for price | No | No |
| Champagnes Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Paquette Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Dixon Brothers | Call for price | No | No |
| Dodge Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Suburban Propane | Call for price | No | No |
| Smith Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Lampron Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Maine Heating and Cooling | Call for price | No | No |
| Maine Standard Biofuels | Call for price | No | No |
| Desrochers Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Peaks Island Fuel Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Arrow Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Provencher Fuels | Call for price | No | No |
| Fleurent Fuel | Call for price | No | No |
| Arrow Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Vadnais Oil | Call for price | No | No |
South Portland Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For South Portland homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 41 heating oil companies that serve South Portland 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 8 “full-service” oil companies that serve South Portland. Full service companies such as Arrow Oil Company or Cash Energy 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 Portland 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 Portland include Lampron Energy and AJ's Discount Oil Company.
South Portland Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving South Portland: 41 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to South Portland: 18 miles
Average Number Of South Portland Homes Served Per Company: 132 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per South Portland Oil Company: 94,837 gallons per year
South Portland, ME Heating Oil Trends
Last year, South Portland homeowners purchased a total of 4 million gallons of heating oil. Out of the 277 towns in Maine, South Portland ranks 8th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, South Portland ranks 86th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
South Portland’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 Portland, the average outside temperature was 1.7° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
South Portland Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 32.7° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 34.4° F |
Oil Prices
Cheapest South Portland, ME Oil Price Per Gallon
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| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $2.91 per gallon/gal | Jul 25, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $2.91 per gallon/gal | Jul 25, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $2.91 per gallon/gal | Jul 25, 2025, 5:01 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $2.91 per gallon/gal | Jul 25, 2025, 5:01 PM |
South Portland Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated on July 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Day Trend | -$0.013 |
| 1 Week Trend | -$0.045 |
| 1 Month Trend | -$0.037 |
| 1 Year Trend | +$0.067 |
South Portland Heating Oil Price History
Updated on July 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 07/25/2025 | $3.049 |
| 07/24/2025 | $3.061 |
| 07/23/2025 | $3.061 |
| 07/22/2025 | $3.059 |
| 07/21/2025 | $3.092 |
| 07/20/2025 | $3.105 |
| 07/19/2025 | $3.105 |
| 07/18/2025 | $3.094 |
| 07/17/2025 | $3.079 |
| 07/16/2025 | $3.084 |
| 07/15/2025 | $3.085 |
| 07/14/2025 | $3.085 |
| 07/13/2025 | $3.087 |
| 07/12/2025 | $3.087 |
| 07/11/2025 | $3.087 |
| 07/10/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/09/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/08/2025 | $3.099 |
| 07/07/2025 | $3.094 |
| 07/06/2025 | $3.094 |
| 07/05/2025 | $3.094 |
| 07/04/2025 | $3.094 |
| 07/03/2025 | $3.094 |
| 07/02/2025 | $3.094 |
| 07/01/2025 | $3.073 |
| 06/30/2025 | $3.073 |
| 06/29/2025 | $3.080 |
| 06/28/2025 | $3.080 |
| 06/27/2025 | $3.080 |
| 06/26/2025 | $3.085 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: South Portland Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Heating oil is the most popular choice in South Portland, used by 5,421 or 44.42% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for South Portland homeowners is natural gas, used by 4,394 homes (36.01%). The remaining homes are heated with electricity (1,300), propane (735), no fuel (149), and other fuels (117).
South Portland Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | South Portland Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Oil | 5,421 | 44.4% |
| Natural Gas | 4,394 | 36.0% |
| Electricity | 1,300 | 10.7% |
| Propane | 735 | 6.0% |
| No Fuel | 149 | 1.2% |
| Wood | 119 | 1.0% |
| Other Fuels | 117 | 1.0% |
Heating oil (44.4%)
Natural gas (36.0%)
Electricity (10.7%)
Propane (6.0%)
No fuel (1.2%)
Wood (1.0%)
Other fuels (1.0%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in South Portland
Heating oil has become less popular in South Portland. In the 10 years since 2012, the number of heating oil homes fell from 6,090 to 5,421, a 10.99% drop.
South Portland Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 6,302 |
| 2012 | 6,090 |
| 2013 | 5,606 |
| 2014 | 5,664 |
| 2015 | 5,325 |
| 2016 | 5,230 |
| 2017 | 5,092 |
| 2018 | 5,138 |
| 2019 | 4,934 |
| 2020 | 4,938 |
| 2021 | 5,174 |
| 2022 | 5,421 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in South Portland
Between 2012 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 380 to 735.
Between 2012 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 3,777 to 4,394.
Electricity use for home heating in South Portland
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in South Portland. Since 2012, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 552 to 1,300, a 135.51% increase.
Solar use for home heating in South Portland
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 Portland have not yet adopted solar heating.
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South Portland, ME Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 5,421 households in South Portland, ME heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when South Portland, ME temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
44% of South Portland, ME Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| South Portland, ME Households | South Portland, ME Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 12,203 | 5,421 |
41 South Portland, ME Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 4 million gallons of heating oil delivered to South Portland, ME homeowners during the winter of 2024, the South Portland, ME community relies on its 41 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 Portland, ME, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in So. Portland, ME and Buckeye in South Portland, ME. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in South Portland, ME.
South Portland Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in South Portland, ME?
The best price of home heating oil in South Portland, ME today is $2.91 per gallon. The price of heating oil in South Portland, ME ranges from a low of $2.91 to a high of $3.20. The average heating oil price in Maine state is $3.05.
How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in South Portland, ME?
On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $305.00 in South Portland, ME. Prices range from $291.00 to $320.00, depending on the oil company.
Is the price of heating oil in South Portland, ME rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in South Portland, ME has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.18 per gallon.
What is the average price of home heating oil in South Portland, ME?
The average price of home heating oil in South Portland, ME is $3.05 per gallon.
What is the price of home heating oil today in South Portland, ME?
Today in South Portland, ME, the price of home heating oil is $2.91 per gallon, which amounts to $291.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
What is the current price of heating oil in South Portland, ME?
The current price of heating oil in South Portland, ME ranges from $2.91 to $3.20 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.05 per gallon.
How much is home heating oil right now in South Portland, ME?
The current price of home heating oil in South Portland, ME ranges from $2.91 to $3.20 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 Portland, ME?
Heating oil prices have gone down in South Portland, ME by $0.18 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $18.00 for a 100-gallon order.
How much is oil per gallon in South Portland, ME?
As of today, July 26th, 2025, the average price of oil is $3.05 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $2.91 to $3.20 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much is oil for heat in South Portland, ME?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in South Portland, ME ranges from $2.91 to $3.20 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 Portland, ME?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in South Portland, ME. Over the past year, South Portland, ME heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.98 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.93 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.05, and $3.07 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $2.91. 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.
