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Today's Western Mass Oil Prices By City

Updated on November 7, 2024 at 04:04 PM

Springfield Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Chicopee Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Pittsfield Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Westfield Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Amherst Heating Oil Prices

from $2.89 per gallon/gal

Holyoke Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

West Springfield Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Ludlow Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

South Hadley Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Easthampton Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Greenfield Heating Oil Prices

from $3.10 per gallon/gal

Northampton Heating Oil Prices

from $2.79 per gallon/gal

East Longmeadow Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Agawam Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Longmeadow Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

North Adams Heating Oil Prices

from $3.15 per gallon/gal

Belchertown Heating Oil Prices

from $2.89 per gallon/gal

Wilbraham Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Feeding Hills Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Ware Heating Oil Prices

from $2.89 per gallon/gal

Southwick Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Florence Heating Oil Prices

from $2.79 per gallon/gal

Indian Orchard Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Monson Heating Oil Prices

from $2.74 per gallon/gal

Palmer Heating Oil Prices

from $2.74 per gallon/gal

Adams Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Williamstown Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Orange Heating Oil Prices

from $3.35 per gallon/gal

Dalton Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Granby Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Southampton Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

Lee_ Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Hadley Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Hampden Heating Oil Prices

from $2.77 per gallon/gal

South Deerfield Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Lenox Heating Oil Prices

from $3.00 per gallon/gal

Western Mass Cash Heating Oil Delivery Map

Map of the COD Fuel Oil Delivery Service Area for WM

Western Mass Best Oil Prices Per Gallon

Order Size (gallons)Credit (per gallon)(/gal)Cash (per gallon)(/gal)Updated At
100$2.74 $2.74 Oct 31, 2024, 3:00 PM
150$2.74 $2.74 Oct 31, 2024, 3:00 PM
200$2.74 $2.74 Oct 31, 2024, 3:00 PM
250$2.74 $2.74 Oct 31, 2024, 3:00 PM

Western Mass Heating Oil Price Trends

Updated Today at 12:00 AM

Time HorizonPrice Change
1 Week Trend+$0.001
1 Month Trend-$0.131
1 Year Trend-$0.079

Western Mass Heating Oil Price History

Updated Today at 12:00 AM

DateAverage Oil Price
11/08/2024$3.040
11/07/2024$3.040
11/06/2024$3.040
11/05/2024$3.040
11/04/2024$3.040
11/03/2024$3.040
11/02/2024$3.040
11/01/2024$3.040
10/31/2024$3.040
10/30/2024$3.050
10/29/2024$3.040
10/28/2024$3.040
10/27/2024$3.040
10/26/2024$3.040
10/25/2024$3.040
10/24/2024$3.040
10/23/2024$3.040
10/22/2024$3.050
10/21/2024$3.050
10/20/2024$3.060
10/19/2024$3.060
10/18/2024$3.060
10/17/2024$3.060
10/16/2024$3.060
10/15/2024$3.060
10/14/2024$3.060
10/13/2024$3.050
10/12/2024$3.050
10/11/2024$3.050
10/10/2024$3.040

Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Western Mass Home Heating Fuel Comparison

Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Natural gas is the most popular choice in Western Mass, used by 140,247 or 42.90% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Western Mass homeowners is heating oil, used by 90,376 homes (27.64%). The remaining homes are heated with electricity (60,612), propane (21,112), wood (10,122), and other fuels (8,447).

Western Mass Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households

FuelWestern Mass Households % of Households
Natural Gas140,24742.90%
Heating Oil90,37627.64%
Electricity60,61218.54%
Propane21,1126.46%
Wood10,1223.10%
Other Fuels4,2681.31%
No Fuel2,6720.82%
Solar1,0780.33%
Coal4290.13%

Natural gas (42.90)

Heating oil (27.64)

Electricity (18.54)

Propane (6.46)

Wood (3.10)

Other fuels (1.31)

No fuel (0.82)

Solar (0.33)

Coal (0.13)

#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Western Mass

Heating oil has become less popular in Western Mass. In the 4 years since 2018, the number of heating oil homes fell from 91,567 to 90,376, a 1.30% drop.

Western Mass Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)

YearHeating Oil Households
2011119,918
2012115,290
2013110,154
2014104,115
201599,825
201695,698
201793,264
201891,567
201992,494
202091,445
202190,477
202290,376

Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Western Mass

Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel rose from 15,150 to 21,112.

Between 2018 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel rose from 133,769 to 140,247.

Electricity use for home heating in Western Mass

Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Western Mass. Since 2018, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 54,615 to 60,612, a 10.98% increase.

Solar use for home heating in Western Mass

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, 1,078 homes in Western Mass are heated with active solar arrays. This is a 178.55% increase from 2018, when only 387 homes had installed active solar heating.

Western Mass Heating Oil Trends

Last year, Western Mass homeowners purchased a total of 79 million gallons of heating oil.

Short Term Trends

Western Mass’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 Western Mass, the average outside temperature was 11.2° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.

Western Mass Average Winter Temperature

Heating SeasonAverage Temperature
Winter 2023 - 202447.6° F
Winter 2022 - 202358.8° F

Western Mass Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company

For Western Mass homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 83 heating oil companies that serve Western Mass 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 37 “full-service” oil companies that serve Western Mass. Full service companies such as Richard's Fuel & Heating Inc or HOP 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 Western Mass 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 Western Mass include Patterson Fuel Co and Anytime Oil.

Western Mass Heating Oil Company Fast Facts

Heating Oil Companies Serving Western Mass: 83 companies

Average Number Of Western Mass Homes Served Per Company: 1,142 homes

Western Mass Heating Oil Delivery Overview

Approximately 1,237,040 households in Western Mass heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Western Mass temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.

31% of Western Mass Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter

Western Mass HouseholdsWestern Mass Heating Oil Households
3.8M1.2M

83 Western Mass Oil Companies Go the Distance

With 582 million gallons of heating oil delivered to Western Mass homeowners during the winter of 2023, the Western Mass community relies on its 83 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 Western Mass, two of the closest terminals are S.r.& M. in East Boston, MA and S.r.& M. in East Boston, MA. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Western Mass.

Western Mass Heating Oil Prices FAQs

How high will oil go in Western Mass?

There’s no limit to how high oil prices can go in Western Mass. Over the past year, Western Mass heating oil prices per gallon have risen as high as $4.94 for a 100-gallon order. This is $1.86 per gallon more than the current average price of $3.09, and $2.23 per gallon more than the lowest price currently available, which is $2.71. 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.

What is the best price per gallon of home heating oil in Western Mass?

The best price of home heating oil in Western Mass today is $2.71 per gallon. The price of heating oil in Western Mass ranges from a low of $2.71 to a high of $3.38. The average heating oil price in Western Mass state is $3.09.

How much is oil per gallon in Western Mass?

As of today, November 7th, 2024, the average price of oil is $3.09 per gallon for a 100-gallon order paid by credit card. Prices can vary from $2.71 to $3.38 per gallon, depending on factors such as delivery address, oil company, order size, and payment method.

How much is oil for heat in Western Mass?

Currently, the price of oil for heating in Western Mass ranges from $2.71 to $3.38 per gallon for a 100-gallon delivery. Some oil companies offer various discounts, including cash discounts, volume discounts, military discounts, and senior discounts.

How much is home heating oil right now in Western Mass?

The current price of home heating oil in Western Mass ranges from $2.71 to $3.38 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.

What is the current price of heating oil in Western Mass?

The current price of heating oil in Western Mass ranges from $2.71 to $3.38 per gallon, depending on the delivery address and the oil company. The average price is $3.09 per gallon.

How much does 100 gallons of heating oil cost in Western Mass?

On average, 100 gallons of heating oil costs $309.00 in Western Mass. Prices range from $271.00 to $338.00, depending on the oil company.

What is the price of home heating oil today in Western Mass?

Today in Western Mass, the price of home heating oil is $2.71 per gallon, which amounts to $271.00 for a 100-gallon order (excluding any applicable taxes).

Is the price of heating oil in Western Mass rising or falling?

The price of heating oil in Western Mass has been falling over the last 7 days, with a total decrease of $0.44 per gallon.

Is heating oil going up or down in Western Mass?

Heating oil prices have down in Western Mass by $0.44 per gallon over the past 7 days, which amounts to a $44.00 for a 100-gallon order.

What is the average price of home heating oil in Western Mass?

The average price of home heating oil in Western Mass is $3.09 per gallon.

Is heating oil taxable in Western Mass?

In Massachusetts, heating oil is sales tax exempt for long-term residences, and taxed at the state 6.25% tax for hotels and businesses. "Long-term" residences includes dwellings such as houses and apartment buildings. Businesses with fewer than 5 employees and less than $1M in gross income are eligible for a "small business energy exemption" on heating oil sales taxes.