Heating Oil Prices in Rhode Island (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential heating oil in Rhode Island averaged $6.38 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+4.1% in two weeks) – 3% above the US average and the 18th 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 Rhode Island
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $6.38/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 275-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 200 | $1,276.00 |
| 275-gallon tank (full fill) | 250 | $1,595.00 |
| 330-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 240 | $1,531.20 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in Rhode Island right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $21.99 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $31.89 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $50.63 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $54.19 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $82.91 |
Using Rhode Island's current averages for heating oil, propane, natural gas and electricity (28.29¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Rhode Island and electricity in Rhode Island. See also propane prices in Rhode Island.
Nearby states
- Maine: $6.03/gal
- New Hampshire: $6.03/gal
- Vermont: $6.10/gal
- Massachusetts: $6.12/gal
- Connecticut: $6.15/gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of heating oil in Rhode Island this week?
$6.38 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 3% above the US average of $6.19, and +4.1% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with heating oil in Rhode Island?
At $6.38 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $3,190 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 Rhode Island?
Per million BTU of heat, heating oil costs about $54.19 in Rhode Island this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $21.99.
Source: EIA weekly residential heating oil prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.