Heating Oil Prices in Maine (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential heating oil in Maine averaged $6.03 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+0.9% in two weeks) – 3% below the US average and the 9th lowest of 21 states EIA surveys.
Source: EIA Heating Oil and Propane Update (weekly, excluding taxes). Updated automatically each week from October to March.
Cost to fill a tank in Maine
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $6.03/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 275-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 200 | $1,205.20 |
| 275-gallon tank (full fill) | 250 | $1,506.50 |
| 330-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 240 | $1,446.24 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in Maine right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $19.24 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $36.53 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $45.06 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $51.19 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $94.99 |
Using Maine's current averages for heating oil, propane, natural gas and electricity (32.41¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Maine and electricity in Maine. See also propane prices in Maine.
Nearby states
- New Hampshire: $6.03/gal
- Vermont: $6.10/gal
- Massachusetts: $6.12/gal
- Connecticut: $6.15/gal
- Rhode Island: $6.38/gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of heating oil in Maine this week?
$6.03 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 3% below the US average of $6.19, and +0.9% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with heating oil in Maine?
At $6.03 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $3,013 before tax. Actual use depends on the house, insulation and winter – check your past deliveries and enter them in the calculator.
Is heating oil cheaper than other heat in Maine?
Per million BTU of heat, heating oil costs about $51.19 in Maine this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $19.24.
Source: EIA weekly residential heating oil prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.