Propane Prices in Vermont (Week of Oct 19, 2026)
Residential propane in Vermont averaged $3.88 a gallon for the week of Oct 19, 2026 (+6.3% in two weeks) – 44% above the US average and the 34th 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 Vermont
| Delivery | Gallons | Cost at $3.88/gal |
|---|---|---|
| 20 lb grill cylinder (≈4.7 gal) | 4.7 | $18.24 |
| 100 lb cylinder (≈23.6 gal) | 23.6 | $91.59 |
| 500-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 300 | $1,164.30 |
| 1,000-gallon tank, 20% → 80% | 600 | $2,328.60 |
Before sales tax, delivery minimums or small-delivery fees, which vary by dealer.
Cheapest way to heat in Vermont right now
| Heating system | Cost per million BTU of heat |
|---|---|
| Natural gas furnace (95%) | $18.27 |
| Heat pump (HSPF2 9, COP ≈2.6) | $26.77 |
| Propane furnace (90%) | $47.15 |
| Heating oil furnace (85%) | $51.79 |
| Electric baseboard (COP 1) | $69.61 |
Using Vermont's current averages for propane, heating oil, natural gas and electricity (23.75¢/kWh). Prices for natural gas in Vermont and electricity in Vermont. See also heating oil prices in Vermont.
Nearby states
- Massachusetts: $3.66/gal
- Maine: $3.71/gal
- New Hampshire: $3.84/gal
- Rhode Island: $4.17/gal
- Connecticut: $4.23/gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of propane in Vermont this week?
$3.88 per gallon on average for homes in the week of Oct 19, 2026, before taxes (EIA survey). That is 44% above the US average of $2.69, and +6.3% since Oct 5, 2026.
How much does it cost to heat with propane in Vermont?
At $3.88 a gallon, 500 gallons over a winter costs about $1,941 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 Vermont?
Per million BTU of heat, propane costs about $47.15 in Vermont this week. The cheapest option at current state averages is natural gas furnace (95%) at $18.27.
Source: EIA weekly residential propane prices. Heat comparison uses typical efficiencies and EIA state averages.