Heating Oil Prices in Virginia (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential heating oil in Virginia averaged $6.00 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+0.9% in two weeks) – 3% below the US average and the 8th 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 Virginia
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $6.00/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 275-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 200 | $1,200.60 |
| 275-gallon tank (full fill) | 250 | $1,500.75 |
| 330-gallon tank (fill from 1/4) | 240 | $1,440.72 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in Virginia right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $17.04 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $19.78 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $45.68 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $50.99 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $51.44 |
Using Virginia's current averages for heating oil, propane, natural gas and electricity (17.55¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Virginia and electricity in Virginia. See also propane prices in Virginia.
Nearby states
- North Carolina: $5.83/gal
- Maryland: $6.37/gal
- Delaware: $6.43/gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of heating oil in Virginia this week?
$6.00 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 Virginia?
At $6.00 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $3,002 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 Virginia?
Per million BTU of heat, heating oil costs about $50.99 in Virginia this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $17.04.
Source: EIA weekly residential heating oil prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.