2026’s Biggest Propane Retailers: Who’s Moving the Most Gallons?

LP Gas Magazine released its annual “Top Propane Retailers” list on February 19, ranking U.S. companies by total gallons sold in 2026. AmeriGas topped the chart with an estimated 2.1 billion gallons, followed by Ferrellgas at roughly 1.8 billion and Suburban Propane with 1.5 billion. The top ten firms together accounted for more than 55 % of the nation’s 12 billion‑gallon retail market, underscoring a pronounced concentration of volume among a handful of operators.

The ranking arrives against a backdrop of a 4 % year‑over‑year increase in retail propane demand, driven largely by an unusually cold winter and a surge in residential backup‑power installations. Commercial sales, meanwhile, have plateaued as many businesses explore electric alternatives. For distributors, the list offers a clear benchmark: firms that can match or exceed the growth rates of the leaders are better positioned to capture market share, negotiate favorable supply contracts, and justify capital investments in fleet expansion.

Retailers looking to sharpen their competitive edge are turning to technology. Advanced dispatch and routing platforms such as Tankspotter.com enable real‑time scheduling, optimized driver routes, and mobile field‑ops visibility, helping companies stretch each delivery mile while maintaining service reliability. As the market tightens and customers demand faster, more transparent service, integrating such tools will be a decisive factor in climbing the rankings next year.