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Oil Prices in Clayton, DE
Updated Today at 11:00 AM
| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Rausch Fuel Oil Company Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Terroco Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Kent Oil and Propane Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Poores Propane and Oil | Call for price | No | No |
| Sharp Energy | Call for price | No | No |
| Barkley Heating and Air | Call for price | No | No |
Clayton Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Clayton homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 7 heating oil companies that serve Clayton 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 Clayton. 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 Clayton 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 Clayton include Service Energy Llc and Rausch Fuel Oil Company Inc.
Clayton Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Clayton: 7 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Clayton: 18 miles
Average Number Of Clayton Homes Served Per Company: 40 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Clayton Oil Company: 16,529 gallons per year
Clayton, DE Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Clayton homeowners purchased a total of 115,706 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 54 towns in Delaware, Clayton ranks 26th for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Clayton ranks 3677th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Clayton’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 Clayton, the average outside temperature was 2.6° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Clayton Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 39° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 41.6° F |
Oil Prices
Clayton Heating Oil Price History
Updated on May 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 05/14/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/13/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/12/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/11/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/10/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/09/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/08/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/07/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/06/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/05/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/04/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/03/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/02/2025 | $3.499 |
| 05/01/2025 | $3.499 |
| 04/30/2025 | $3.499 |
| 04/29/2025 | $3.499 |
| 04/28/2025 | $3.499 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Clayton Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Clayton, used by 1,475 or 45.29% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Clayton homeowners is electricity, used by 890 homes (27.33%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (462), heating oil (286), wood (133), and other fuels (6).
Clayton Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Clayton Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | 1,475 | 45.3% |
| Electricity | 890 | 27.3% |
| Propane | 462 | 14.2% |
| Heating Oil | 286 | 8.8% |
| Wood | 133 | 4.1% |
| No Fuel | 26 | 0.8% |
| Solar | 18 | 0.6% |
| Other Fuels | 6 | 0.2% |
Natural gas (45.3%)
Electricity (27.3%)
Propane (14.2%)
Heating oil (8.8%)
Wood (4.1%)
No fuel (0.8%)
Solar (0.6%)
Other fuels (0.2%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Clayton
Heating oil has become less popular in Clayton. In the 4 years since 2018, the number of heating oil homes fell from 570 to 286, a 49.82% drop.
Clayton Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 683 |
| 2012 | 541 |
| 2013 | 562 |
| 2014 | 577 |
| 2015 | 707 |
| 2016 | 609 |
| 2017 | 709 |
| 2018 | 570 |
| 2019 | 551 |
| 2020 | 371 |
| 2021 | 326 |
| 2022 | 286 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Clayton
Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 615 to 462.
Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 1,020 to 1,475.
Electricity use for home heating in Clayton
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Clayton. Since 2018, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 700 to 890, a 27.14% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Clayton
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, 18 homes in Clayton are heated with active solar arrays. This is a Infinity% increase from 2018, when only 0 homes had installed active solar heating.
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Clayton, DE Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 286 households in Clayton, DE heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Clayton, DE temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
8% of Clayton, DE Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Clayton, DE Households | Clayton, DE Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 3,257 | 286 |
7 Clayton, DE Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 115,705 gallons of heating oil delivered to Clayton, DE homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Clayton, DE community relies on its 7 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 Clayton, DE, two of the closest terminals are Pbfenergy in Delaware City, DE and Etmt in Twin Oaks, PA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Clayton, DE.
Clayton 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.
