New York State Residential Propane Prices by Region Since 1997

New York State provides average residential retail propane prices for the state and its regions. Data collection began on September 8, 1997, with surveys conducted weekly during the heating season and bi-weekly otherwise. All prices are reported in dollars per gallon.

Use Cases

• Analyze seasonal price trends for propane using weekly and bi-weekly survey data from the heating and non-heating seasons.
• Compare average residential retail propane prices across different New York State regions to identify geographic price disparities.
• Model the relationship between propane prices and other heating fuel prices referenced in the broader Heating Fuel Prices dataset.
• Track long-term price changes in dollars per gallon from the 1997 start date to the present.

Strengths

• Data collection began on a specific date, September 8, 1997, providing a long historical baseline.
• Survey frequency is clearly defined as weekly during the heating season (September to March) and bi-weekly otherwise.
• Prices are standardized in a single unit, dollars per gallon, for consistent analysis.
• Data is collected and maintained by the authoritative New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).

Limitations

• The dataset's row count, column structure, and sample size are unknown, limiting pre-download assessment of analytical scope.
• Data is limited to New York State and its regions, not representative of national or international propane markets.
• The specific survey methodology and potential for non-response bias in price collection are not detailed.

Provenance

Source

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).

Collection Method

Prices obtained via surveys conducted by NYSERDA staff.

Time Range

Beginning September 8, 1997.

Freshness

The dataset metadata indicates a last update in March 2026, suggesting regular maintenance.

Geography

New York State and its regions.