It Could Cost More to Heat Your Home This Winter, What States Are Getting the Biggest Price Increase

Energy bills this winter may be more expensive than last year.

On Monday, October 19, USA Today reported that the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) released weekly price maps showing propane and heating oil were more expensive nationwide than last year, based on data collected during the heating season.

The EIA mapped residential propane at 21 cents more per gallon than the same time last year, based on an October 12 average. Additionally, the average per-gallon price had increased five cents from the prior week.

As of October 12, residential propane prices have the highest year-over-year increases in Connecticut ($0.543) New Jersey ($0.466), Rhode Island ($0.443), and Maine ($0.414).

For heating oil, the EIA is mapping residential heating oil at about $2.59 more per gallon than in 2025, as of October 12. Heating oil prices are up the most in Kentucky ($2.816), Pennsylvania ($2.766), Michigan ($2.731), Indiana ($2.708), and Maine ($2.702).

The U.S. conflict with Iran has increased not only the price of heating oil but also the price at the pump, as First for Money previously reported.

Joe Haycock, president of a residential and commercial HVAC Company, shared tips with Realtor.com on how people can prepare for a price hike.

“See how much energy your home used, check what your utility company is charging now, and leave some room in your budget for higher rates or colder weather,” he told the outlet. “That includes servicing your heating system, cleaning out gutters, insulating exposed pipes, checking windows, doors, and ductwork for air leaks, and making sure your attic has enough insulation.”