Heating Oil Prices in New York (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential heating oil in New York averaged $6.42 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+3.1% in two weeks) – 4% above the US average and the 20th 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 New York
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $6.42/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 275-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 200 | $1,283.40 |
| 275-gallon tank (full fill) | 250 | $1,604.25 |
| 330-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 240 | $1,540.08 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in New York right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $17.84 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $33.70 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $45.28 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $54.51 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $87.63 |
Using New York's current averages for heating oil, propane, natural gas and electricity (29.90¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in New York and electricity in New York. See also propane prices in New York.
Nearby states
- Pennsylvania: $6.07/gal
- New Jersey: $6.38/gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of heating oil in New York this week?
$6.42 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 4% above the US average of $6.19, and +3.1% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with heating oil in New York?
At $6.42 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $3,209 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 New York?
Per million BTU of heat, heating oil costs about $54.51 in New York this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $17.84.
Source: EIA weekly residential heating oil prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.