Propane Prices in Indiana (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential propane in Indiana averaged $2.56 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+3.9% in two weeks) – 5% below the US average and the 15th lowest of 38 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 Indiana
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $2.56/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 20 lb grill cylinder (≈4.7 gal) | 4.7 | $12.03 |
| 100 lb cylinder (≈23.6 gal) | 23.6 | $60.39 |
| 500-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 300 | $767.70 |
| 1,000-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 600 | $1,535.40 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in Indiana right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $11.66 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $18.86 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $31.09 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $49.03 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $51.42 |
Using Indiana's current averages for propane, heating oil, natural gas and electricity (16.73¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Indiana and electricity in Indiana. See also heating oil prices in Indiana.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the price of propane in Indiana this week?
$2.56 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 5% below the US average of $2.69, and +3.9% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with propane in Indiana?
At $2.56 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $1,280 before tax. Actual use depends on the house, insulation and winter – check your past deliveries and enter them in the calculator.
Is propane cheaper than other heat in Indiana?
Per million BTU of heat, propane costs about $31.09 in Indiana this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $11.66.
Source: EIA weekly residential propane prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.