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visualbowler t1_j1xdiuj wrote

Most homes in the northeast use between 500-700 gallons per year. During cold snaps/peak winter months it's not uncommon to use 100-150+ gallons in a month for a 1500-2000/sqft house.

All this depends on insulation, how you set your thermostat, etc ymmv

Source: I work for an oil company

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anonym0usfeminist OP t1_j1xjqfc wrote

This makes me feel mildly better. But this $500 a month bill is quite alarming…

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visualbowler t1_j1xkl4l wrote

If you're new to oil, I'd look at getting on a budget plan, then you pay monthly into an account and draw it down over the year to avoid the spikes. Prices are high across all types of energy due to Russia unfortunately but are lower than they have been over the past few months.

If you want to nerd out on the data, this is the wholesale price for heating oil over time.

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anonym0usfeminist OP t1_j1xl5lm wrote

You are nice! I’m not new to oil. Just new to paying for it without a roommate. It’s just hitting harder than I thought I would. Thank you for the info that I probably won’t understand lol

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