Heating Oil and Propane costs, by state and province

Typical costs for heating oil and propane per gallon. Seasonal demand and crude oil prices drive the per-gallon cost. Open a market below for a local estimate.

Heating oil averages $2.50–$4.00 per gallon, while propane runs $2.00–$3.50 per gallon, with prices fluctuating by season and region. A typical home uses 500–1,000 gallons of oil or 400–800 gallons of propane per winter, totaling $1,250–$4,000 annually. Pre-buy or budget plans can reduce per-gallon costs by $0.20–$0.50.

Factors Affecting Cost

Crude oil and propane market prices, delivery distance, and tank ownership all influence per-gallon rate. Cash customers often save $0.10–$0.30 per gallon over those who pay on credit.

Delivery vs Tank Rental

Renting a propane tank from the supplier costs $50–$150 per year, but owning your tank saves that fee and lets you shop around. Oil tanks typically cost $500–$2,000 to install if new.

Price Comparison Tips

Call at least three suppliers for cash-price quotes before winter. Many offer discount programs for automatic delivery, with savings of $0.05–$0.15 per gallon.

Typical Heating Oil and Propane prices
ItemTypical range
Heating Oil per Gallon$2.50 – $4.00
Propane per Gallon$2.00 – $3.50
Typical Annual Cost (Oil)$1,500 – $3,000
Typical Annual Cost (Propane)$1,200 – $2,500

Every market for heating oil and propane costs

383 markets have a page, each with a typical range where we have one and plain guidance on what moves the price.

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