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Save on Heating Oil: Compare Prices from 22 Merrimac Suppliers

Oil Prices in Merrimac, MA

Updated Today at 06:28 AM

Heating Oil CompanyOil Price Per GallonCash DiscountVolume Discount
Edgemont Oil Llc Call for price No No
Atlantic Oil Co $3.19 Yes Yes
Michael's McGrath Heating Oil & Diesel $3.24 Yes Yes
Senior Citizen Heating Oil $3.02 Yes Yes
Simard Gas & Oil $3.19 Yes Yes
Haffner's Energy North Group Call for price No No
Knight Oil Inc Call for price No No
Lombardi Oil Co Call for price No No
Newburyport Fuels Corp Call for price No No
Hilton Oil Co Inc Call for price No No
Merrimack Valley Oil Co Call for price No No
Mike & Sons Oil Service Inc Call for price No No
Stocker Home Energy Service Call for price No No
Chapman Fuel Call for price No No
Eaton Oil Co Call for price No No
Freeman Fuel Co Call for price No No
Leightons Heating & Cooling Inc Call for price No No
Middelton Oil Co Call for price No No
Natural Oil Call for price No No
Olde Town Oil Call for price No No
Stelline Oil Heating Co Inc Call for price No No
Haffner's Call for price No No

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Merrimac, MA Best Oil Prices Per Gallon

Order Size (gallons)Credit (per gallon)(/gal)Cash (per gallon)(/gal)Updated At
100$3.04 $3.02 Dec 20, 2024, 3:00 PM
150$3.04 $3.02 Dec 20, 2024, 3:00 PM
200$3.04 $3.02 Dec 20, 2024, 3:00 PM
250$3.04 $3.02 Dec 20, 2024, 3:00 PM

Merrimac Heating Oil Price Trends

Updated Today at 12:00 AM

Time HorizonPrice Change
1 Day Trend-$0.013
1 Week Trend-$0.017
1 Month Trend+$0.017
1 Year Trend-$0.510

Merrimac Heating Oil Price History

Updated Today at 12:00 AM

DateAverage Oil Price
12/21/2024$3.160
12/20/2024$3.160
12/19/2024$3.173
12/18/2024$3.148
12/17/2024$3.148
12/16/2024$3.128
12/15/2024$3.177
12/14/2024$3.177
12/13/2024$3.177
12/12/2024$3.177
12/11/2024$3.157
12/10/2024$3.157
12/09/2024$3.157
12/08/2024$3.173
12/07/2024$3.173
12/06/2024$3.173
12/05/2024$3.173
12/04/2024$3.173
12/03/2024$3.140
12/02/2024$3.092
12/01/2024$3.092
11/30/2024$3.092
11/29/2024$3.092
11/28/2024$3.092
11/27/2024$3.092
11/26/2024$3.092
11/25/2024$3.092
11/24/2024$3.130
11/23/2024$3.130
11/22/2024$3.130

Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Merrimac Home Heating Fuel Comparison

Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Merrimac, used by 1,357 or 56.71% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Merrimac homeowners is heating oil, used by 597 homes (24.95%). The remaining homes are heated with propane (275), electricity (119), other fuels (38), and other fuels (15).

Merrimac Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households

FuelMerrimac Households % of Households
Natural Gas1,35756.7%
Heating Oil59725.0%
Propane27511.5%
Electricity1195.0%
Other Fuels381.6%
Wood150.6%

Natural gas (56.7%)

Heating oil (25.0%)

Propane (11.5%)

Electricity (5.0%)

Other fuels (1.6%)

Wood (0.6%)

#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Merrimac

Heating oil has become less popular in Merrimac. In the 7 years since 2015, the number of heating oil homes fell from 816 to 597, a 26.84% drop.

Merrimac Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)

YearHeating Oil Households
2011780
2012740
2013731
2014742
2015816
2016876
2017882
2018910
2019825
2020763
2021675
2022597

Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Merrimac

Between 2015 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 152 to 275.

Between 2015 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 1,379 to 1,357.

Electricity use for home heating in Merrimac

Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Merrimac. Since 2015, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 117 to 119, a 1.71% increase.

Solar use for home heating in Merrimac

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 Merrimac have not yet adopted solar heating.

Merrimac, MA Heating Oil Trends

Last year, Merrimac homeowners purchased a total of 523,576 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 494 towns in Massachusetts, Merrimac ranks 295th for home heating oil consumption.

Country-wide, Merrimac ranks 1469th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.

Short Term Trends

Merrimac’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 Merrimac, the average outside temperature was 3.6° F warmer than the prior winter's average outside temperature.

Merrimac Average Winter Temperature

Heating SeasonAverage Temperature
2024 - 202538.9° F
2023 - 202435.3° F

Merrimac Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company

For Merrimac homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 22 heating oil companies that serve Merrimac 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 6 “full-service” oil companies that serve Merrimac. Full service companies such as Olde Town Oil or Mike & Sons Oil Service Inc 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 Merrimac 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 Merrimac include Edgemont Oil Llc and Haffner's.

Merrimac Heating Oil Company Fast Facts

Heating Oil Companies Serving Merrimac: 22 companies

Average Distance From Oil Company to Merrimac: 18 miles

Average Number Of Merrimac Homes Served Per Company: 27 homes

Average Gallons Delivered per Merrimac Oil Company: 23,798 gallons per year

Merrimac, MA Heating Oil Delivery Overview

Approximately 597 households in Merrimac, MA heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Merrimac, MA temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.

24% of Merrimac, MA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter

Merrimac, MA HouseholdsMerrimac, MA Heating Oil Households
2,393597

22 Merrimac, MA Oil Companies Go the Distance

With 523,576 gallons of heating oil delivered to Merrimac, MA homeowners during the winter of 2023, the Merrimac, MA community relies on its 22 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 Merrimac, MA, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in Newington, NH and Irving in Revere, MA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Merrimac, MA.

Merrimac Heating Oil Prices FAQs

What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Merrimac, MA?

The best price of home heating oil in Merrimac, MA today is $3.02 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Merrimac, MA ranges from a low of $3.02 to a high of $3.24. The average heating oil price in Massachusetts state is $3.16.

How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Merrimac, MA?

On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $316.00 in Merrimac, MA. Prices range from $302.00 to $324.00, depending on the oil company.

Is the price of heating oil in Merrimac, MA rising or falling?

The price of heating oil in Merrimac, MA has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.15 per gallon.

What is the average price of home heating oil in Merrimac, MA?

The average price of home heating oil in Merrimac, MA is $3.16 per gallon.

What is the price of home heating oil today in Merrimac, MA?

Today in Merrimac, MA, the price of home heating oil is $3.02 per gallon, which amounts to $302.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).

What is the current price of heating oil in Merrimac, MA?

The current price of heating oil in Merrimac, MA ranges from $3.02 to $3.24 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 Merrimac, MA?

The current price of home heating oil in Merrimac, MA ranges from $3.02 to $3.24 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 Merrimac, MA?

Heating oil prices have gone down in Merrimac, MA by $0.15 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $15.00 for a 100-gallon order.

How much is oil per gallon in Merrimac, MA?

As of today, December 20th, 2024, the average price of oil is $3.16 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.02 to $3.24 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.

How much is oil for heat in Merrimac, MA?

Currently, the price of oil for heating in Merrimac, MA ranges from $3.02 to $3.24 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 Merrimac, MA?

There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Merrimac, MA. Over the past year, Merrimac, MA heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $5.61 for a 100-gallon order. This is $2.45 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.16, and $2.59 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.02. 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.

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