Key Cost Ranges:
- Small tanks (15–20 lbs): $35–$60
- Mid-sized tanks (100–250 gallons): $350–$1,000
- Large tanks (500–1,000 gallons): $700–$5,500

Factors Affecting Propane Tank Costs

• Tank Size
• By Gallons:
  | Tank Size | Cost Range |
  |---------------|----------------|
  | Under 100 gal | $35–$300 |
  | 100 gal | $350–$500 |
  | 250 gal | $500–$1,000 |
  | 500 gal | $700–$3,000 |
  | 1,000 gal | $1,500–$5,500 |

• By Pounds:
  | Tank Size | Cost Range |
  |---------------|----------------|
  | 15 lbs | $35–$55 |
  | 20 lbs | $40–$60 |
  | 420 lbs | $400–$800 |

• Installation Type

• Aboveground Tanks: $400–$3,500

• Underground Tanks: $1,500–$5,500

  • Excavation: $500–$2,400
  • Plumbing: $45–$200/hour
  • Trenching: $400–$1,200 per 100 linear feet

• Labor Costs

• $250–$5,000 total (depending on complexity)

• Hourly rate: $120–$150/hour

• Site Preparation

• Excavation (Underground): $50–$200/cubic yard

• Concrete Pads (Aboveground): $50–$175

• Permits and Fees

• Permit costs: $25–$150

Ongoing Expenses

• Filling the Tank:
• Average propane price: $2.58/gallon
• Example: Filling a 250-gallon tank costs ~$645.
• Inspections: $50–$75/year
• Tank Rentals: $150–$180/year

Aboveground vs. Underground Tanks

| Factor | Aboveground | Underground |
|----------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| Cost | $400–$3,500 | $1,500–$5,500 |
| Maintenance| Easier access, more frequent care | More durable, harder to access |
| Longevity | Prone to weather damage | Protected, longer-lasting |
| Best For | Flood-prone areas | Aesthetic or temperature control |

Add-On Services

| Add-On | Cost |
|------------------------------|-----------------------|
| Remove old propane tank | $100–$1,500 |
| Service existing propane tank| $50–$75 |
| Propane delivery | $5–$100 per delivery |

Money-Saving Tips

• Opt for aboveground tanks to avoid excavation costs.
• Choose a tank size that meets your exact needs.
• Buy instead of renting a propane tank to save long-term.
• Compare quotes from multiple propane suppliers.
• Use a combination of smaller tanks for lower upfront costs.

With careful planning, you can find an option that balances upfront costs and long-term savings!

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