Heating Oil Prices in Massachusetts (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential heating oil in Massachusetts averaged $6.12 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (−0.4% in two weeks) – 1% below the US average and the 15th 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 Massachusetts
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $6.12/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 275-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 200 | $1,223.00 |
| 275-gallon tank (full fill) | 250 | $1,528.75 |
| 330-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 240 | $1,467.60 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in Massachusetts right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $25.44 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $34.37 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $44.46 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $51.94 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $89.36 |
Using Massachusetts's current averages for heating oil, propane, natural gas and electricity (30.49¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Massachusetts and electricity in Massachusetts. See also propane prices in Massachusetts.
Nearby states
- Maine: $6.03/gal
- New Hampshire: $6.03/gal
- Vermont: $6.10/gal
- Connecticut: $6.15/gal
- Rhode Island: $6.38/gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of heating oil in Massachusetts this week?
$6.12 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 1% below the US average of $6.19, and −0.4% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with heating oil in Massachusetts?
At $6.12 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $3,058 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 Massachusetts?
Per million BTU of heat, heating oil costs about $51.94 in Massachusetts this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $25.44.
Source: EIA weekly residential heating oil prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.