Propane Prices in North Carolina (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential propane in North Carolina averaged $3.61 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+1.7% in two weeks) – 34% above the US average and the 26th 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 North Carolina
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $3.61/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 20 lb grill cylinder (≈4.7 gal) | 4.7 | $16.98 |
| 100 lb cylinder (≈23.6 gal) | 23.6 | $85.24 |
| 500-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 300 | $1,083.60 |
| 1,000-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 600 | $2,167.20 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in North Carolina right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $16.67 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $17.09 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $43.88 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $44.43 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $49.51 |
Using North Carolina's current averages for propane, heating oil, natural gas and electricity (15.16¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in North Carolina and electricity in North Carolina. See also heating oil prices in North Carolina.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the price of propane in North Carolina this week?
$3.61 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 34% above the US average of $2.69, and +1.7% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with propane in North Carolina?
At $3.61 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $1,806 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 North Carolina?
Per million BTU of heat, propane costs about $43.88 in North Carolina this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $16.67.
Source: EIA weekly residential propane prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.