Heating oil prices in Iowa this week
Heating oil in Iowa averaged $5.79 a gallon in the week of Nov 2, 2026, down 9.6¢ from the week before. That is $0.34 below the US average of $6.14, and 80% higher than a year ago ($3.22).
Heating oil price in Iowa since Sep 9, 2024
Weekly from October to March; monthly in spring and summer. Dollars per gallon, excluding taxes.
How Iowa compares
Iowa ranks #20 of 21 surveyed states for heating oil prices this week (1 = most expensive). See every state.
Frequently asked questions
How much is heating oil in Iowa right now?
The average residential heating oil price in Iowa was $5.79 per gallon in the week of Nov 2, 2026, excluding taxes, according to the US Energy Information Administration's weekly survey.
How much does it cost to fill a heating oil tank in Iowa?
A typical 275-gallon tank takes about 200 gallons when it is refilled. At $5.79 a gallon that is about $1,159 before taxes and delivery fees.
Is heating oil more expensive than last year in Iowa?
Yes. A year ago the average was $3.22, so prices are 80% higher now.
Source: US Energy Information Administration, Heating Oil and Propane Update, residential prices excluding taxes. Your dealer's price will differ with volume, contract type and delivery area. Updated Nov 2, 2026.