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Central Maine Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Central Maine families heating with oil, selecting which of the 26 heating oil companies that serve Central Maine makes a big difference.
Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners who can afford a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system pick one of the 3 “full-service” oil companies that serve Central Maine. Full service companies such as Ness Oil Company or offer clients annual contracts which consist of a combined package of both automatic heating oil delivery and furnace repair. With an automatic fuel oil delivery contract, the company tracks your home’s fuel oil consumption and makes deliveries when your tank is running low. The household does not need to monitor the level of the oil tank or place individual orders.
Discount Oil Companies: Also known by the names “COD Fuel” or “Cash Heating Oil” companies, discount oil companies are for homeowners who are budget-conscious. With discount oil companies, in return for better prices, you monitor the number two heating oil level in your tank, and you place an oil order when the oil gauge dips below a quarter tank. Some of the 2 Central Maine cash heating oil companies serving Central Maine include Litchfield Fuel Co and O'Farrell Energy.
Central Maine Oil Company Statistics: Fuel oil Companies Serving Central Maine: 26 companies . Average Number of Central Maine Homes Served per Number Two Heating Oil company : 55260
Central Maine Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Central Maine homeowners purchased a total of 246 million gallons of heating oil.
Short Term Trends
Central Maine’s overall number two heating oil consumption changes yearly based on the severity of the winter. As the temperature outside gets colder, homes’ heating systems need to burn more and more oil to maintain a constant interior temperature. Last winter, the average outside temperature in Central Maine was 24°F, which was 1.3°F warmer than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Central Maine Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 24.3° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 23° F |
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Cheapest Central Maine Oil Price Per Gallon
| Quantity | Price | Updated At |
|---|---|---|
| 100 gallonsgals | $3.06 per gallon/gal | Dec 3, 2025, 1:15 PM |
| 150 gallonsgals | $3.06 per gallon/gal | Dec 3, 2025, 1:15 PM |
| 200 gallonsgals | $3.06 per gallon/gal | Dec 3, 2025, 1:15 PM |
| 250 gallonsgals | $3.06 per gallon/gal | Dec 3, 2025, 1:15 PM |
Central Maine Heating Oil Price Trends
Updated on December 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
| Time Horizon | Price Change |
|---|---|
| 1 Week | +$0.034 |
| 1 Month | +$0.124 |
| 1 Year | +$0.214 |
Central Maine Heating Oil Price History
Updated on December 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 | $3.273 |
| 12/02/2025 | $3.273 |
| 12/01/2025 | $3.265 |
| 11/30/2025 | $3.268 |
| 11/29/2025 | $3.239 |
| 11/28/2025 | $3.239 |
| 11/27/2025 | $3.239 |
| 11/26/2025 | $3.233 |
| 11/25/2025 | $3.233 |
| 11/24/2025 | $3.266 |
| 11/23/2025 | $3.246 |
| 11/22/2025 | $3.246 |
| 11/21/2025 | $3.246 |
| 11/20/2025 | $3.246 |
| 11/19/2025 | $3.216 |
| 11/18/2025 | $3.180 |
| 11/17/2025 | $3.154 |
| 11/16/2025 | $3.180 |
| 11/15/2025 | $3.180 |
| 11/14/2025 | $3.180 |
| 11/13/2025 | $3.174 |
| 11/12/2025 | $3.144 |
| 11/11/2025 | $3.149 |
| 11/10/2025 | $3.149 |
| 11/09/2025 | $3.120 |
| 11/08/2025 | $3.120 |
| 11/07/2025 | $3.120 |
| 11/06/2025 | $3.078 |
| 11/05/2025 | $3.077 |
| 11/04/2025 | $3.077 |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Central Maine Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Households have a host of fuels that can be used when it comes to heating. Heating Oil is the preferred choice in Central Maine, used by 3,236,738 or 54% of residents. The 2nd most popular primary heating fuel for Central Maine residents is Electricity, used by 733,723 homes (12%). The remaining homes are heated with Propane (12%), Natural Gas (11%), Wood (10%), and Other (2%).
Central Maine Residential Primary Home Heating Fuel (in Number of Households)
| Date | Natural Gas | Propane | Electricity | Oil | Wood | Solar | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 653594 | 698466 | 733723 | 3236738 | 597420 | 8609 | 116318 |
| 2024 | 618834 | 802807 | 724605 | 3592824 | 609179 | 14059 | 121219 |
| 2023 | 585529 | 898068 | 716100 | 3953256 | 618566 | 19101 | 125461 |
| 2022 | 566518 | 891855 | 666426 | 4098753 | 616419 | 19202 | 120856 |
| 2021 | 550546 | 837740 | 585647 | 4136881 | 617010 | 17888 | 114767 |
| 2020 | 536071 | 794284 | 527482 | 4166241 | 639959 | 16042 | 119680 |
| 2019 | 517014 | 747545 | 485685 | 4158699 | 689396 | 12456 | 124808 |
| 2018 | 499919 | 691733 | 441017 | 4134704 | 754481 | 9910 | 130658 |
| 2017 | 477514 | 647723 | 400140 | 4141730 | 813193 | 8380 | 136305 |
| 2016 | 444698 | 602557 | 368102 | 4179108 | 856490 | 6810 | 131511 |
| 2015 | 413155 | 560958 | 340079 | 4261987 | 885181 | 6178 | 119809 |
| 2014 | 377706 | 529251 | 322998 | 4372014 | 885722 | 5653 | 105835 |
| 2013 | 345577 | 500180 | 316252 | 4486005 | 860051 | 5338 | 90615 |
| 2012 | 317132 | 472373 | 310802 | 4614841 | 812533 | 4963 | 74885 |
| 2011 | 293224 | 450321 | 304096 | 4737863 | 742660 | 4125 | 61721 |
| 2010 | 269466 | 433265 | 301399 | 4858691 | 664533 | 4315 | 52880 |
Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Central Maine
Number two heating oil has become decreasing in demand in Central Maine. In the 12 years since 2013, the number of homeowners using fuel oil dropped from 4,486,005 to 3,236,738, a 28% drop.
Number of Households Using Heating Oil in Central Maine
| Date | Households |
|---|---|
| 2025-11-11 | 262124 |
| 2025-11-10 | 262166 |
| 2025-11-09 | 262201 |
| 2025-11-08 | 262244 |
| 2025-11-07 | 262295 |
| 2025-11-06 | 262333 |
| 2025-11-05 | 262367 |
| 2025-11-04 | 262419 |
| 2025-11-03 | 262461 |
| 2025-11-02 | 262506 |
| 2025-11-01 | 262546 |
| 2025-10-31 | 262545 |
| 2025-10-30 | 262583 |
| 2025-10-29 | 262621 |
| 2025-10-28 | 262664 |
| 2025-10-27 | 262717 |
| 2025-10-26 | 262758 |
| 2025-10-25 | 262806 |
| 2025-10-24 | 262844 |
| 2025-10-23 | 262891 |
| 2025-10-22 | 262949 |
| 2025-10-21 | 262993 |
| 2025-10-20 | 263034 |
| 2025-10-19 | 263078 |
| 2025-10-18 | 263119 |
| 2025-10-17 | 263165 |
| 2025-10-16 | 263205 |
| 2025-10-15 | 263256 |
| 2025-10-14 | 263321 |
| 2025-10-13 | 263360 |
| 2025-10-12 | 263407 |
| 2025-10-11 | 263449 |
| 2025-10-10 | 263492 |
| 2025-10-09 | 263532 |
| 2025-10-08 | 263577 |
| 2025-10-07 | 263636 |
| 2025-10-06 | 263682 |
| 2025-10-05 | 263722 |
| 2025-10-04 | 263768 |
| 2025-10-03 | 263810 |
| 2025-10-02 | 263862 |
| 2025-10-01 | 263904 |
| 2025-09-30 | 263943 |
| 2025-09-29 | 263983 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Central Maine
Between 2013 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel increased from 500,180 to 698,466, a 40% change. Comparing 2013 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel ramped up from 345,577 to 653,594, a 89% change.
Electricity use for home heating in Central Maine
Electric heat pump systems for home heating are more popular in Central Maine. Since 2013, the number of homes heating with electricity increased from 316,252 to 733,723, a 132% change.
Adoption of solar home heating systems in Central Maine
Solar is the most environmentally friendly of all heating fuels. With an “active” solar heating system, liquid flows between solar panels on a home’s roof and a heat energy storage tank (similar to a hot water heater) in the basement. Currently, 8,609 homes in Central Maine are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 61% gain from 2013, when 5,338 homes used active solar heating.
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Central Maine Heating Oil Delivery Overview
2,594,166 residences in Central Maine heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Central Maine temperatures drop as low as 24° F each winter. 52% of Central Maine families depend on oil delivery each winter.
53% of Central Maine Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Central Maine Households | Central Maine Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 6.0M | 3.2M |
26 Central Maine Oil Companies Serving The Community
With 246,945,990.52 gallons of heating oil delivered to Central Maine homes during this past winter, the Central Maine community relies on its 26 oil companies when temperatures dip. Oil delivery can be summed up in two steps: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal (also known as a “rack”). In the case of Central Maine, two of the closest terminals are Sprague in Newington, NH and Sprague in So. Portland, ME. Then, the truck delivers the number two heating oil to residences and companies throughout Central Maine and the surrounding area.
Central Maine Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What is the price of home heating oil today in Central Maine?
Today in Central Maine, the price of home heating oil is $3.06 per gallon, which amounts to $305.90 for a 150-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).
How high will oil go in Central Maine?
There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Central Maine. Over the past year, Central Maine heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $4.94 for a 150-gallon order. This is $1.67 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.27, and $1.88 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $3.06. 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.
Is the price of heating oil in Central Maine rising or falling?
The price of heating oil in Central Maine has been rising over the last 7 days, with a total change of $0.03 per gallon.
How much is home heating oil right now in Central Maine?
The current price of home heating oil in Central Maine ranges from $3.06 to $3.50 per gallon for a 150-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary based on location, and cash or volume discounts may be available.
What is the current price of heating oil in Central Maine?
The current price of heating oil in Central Maine ranges from $3.06 to $3.50 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.27 per gallon.
What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Central Maine?
The best price of home heating oil in Central Maine today is $3.06 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Central Maine ranges from a low of $3.06 to a high of $3.50. The average heating oil price in Central Maine state is $3.27.
What is the average price of home heating oil in Central Maine?
The average price of home heating oil in Central Maine is $3.27 per gallon.
Why are heating oil prices rising today in Central Maine?
Heating oil prices in Central Maine have increased by $0.03 compared to November 26th, 2025, due to rising demand for home heating oil combined with historically low inventories. (Updated December 3rd, 2025).
Is heating oil going up or down in Central Maine?
Heating oil prices have gone up in Central Maine by $0.03 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $4.50 for a 150-gallon order.
How much is oil for heat in Central Maine?
Currently, the price of oil for heating in Central Maine ranges from $3.06 to $3.50 per gallon for a 150-gallon delivery. Some oil companies offer various discounts, including cash discounts, volume discounts, military discounts, and senior discounts.
How much is oil per gallon in Central Maine?
As of today, December 3rd, 2025, the price of oil is $3.06 per gallon for a 150-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $3.06 to $3.50 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.
How much does 150 gallons of heating oil cost in Central Maine?
150 gallons of heating oil costs $327.00 in Central Maine.
Is heating oil taxable in Central Maine?
Heating oil sold for heating buildings occupied by humans is exempt from sales tax, but, with a few exceptions, heating oil purchased for commercial use is taxable.
