Propane Prices in Rhode Island (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential propane in Rhode Island averaged $4.17 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+9.2% in two weeks) – 55% above the US average and the 36th 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 Rhode Island
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $4.17/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 20 lb grill cylinder (≈4.7 gal) | 4.7 | $19.58 |
| 100 lb cylinder (≈23.6 gal) | 23.6 | $98.34 |
| 500-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 300 | $1,250.10 |
| 1,000-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 600 | $2,500.20 |
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 propane, heating oil, natural gas and electricity (28.29¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Rhode Island and electricity in Rhode Island. See also heating oil prices in Rhode Island.
Nearby states
- Massachusetts: $3.66/gal
- Maine: $3.71/gal
- New Hampshire: $3.84/gal
- Vermont: $3.88/gal
- Connecticut: $4.23/gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of propane in Rhode Island this week?
$4.17 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 55% above the US average of $2.69, and +9.2% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with propane in Rhode Island?
At $4.17 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $2,084 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 Rhode Island?
Per million BTU of heat, propane costs about $50.63 in Rhode Island this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $21.99.
Source: EIA weekly residential propane prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.