Propane Prices in Ohio (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential propane in Ohio averaged $2.65 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+4% in two weeks) – 2% below the US average and the 18th 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 Ohio
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $2.65/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 20 lb grill cylinder (≈4.7 gal) | 4.7 | $12.44 |
| 100 lb cylinder (≈23.6 gal) | 23.6 | $62.47 |
| 500-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 300 | $794.10 |
| 1,000-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 600 | $1,588.20 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in Ohio right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $14.06 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $21.92 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $32.16 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $51.23 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $57.00 |
Using Ohio's current averages for propane, heating oil, natural gas and electricity (19.45¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Ohio and electricity in Ohio. See also heating oil prices in Ohio.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the price of propane in Ohio this week?
$2.65 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 2% below the US average of $2.69, and +4% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with propane in Ohio?
At $2.65 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $1,324 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 Ohio?
Per million BTU of heat, propane costs about $32.16 in Ohio this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $14.06.
Source: EIA weekly residential propane prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.