Australian Gas Price Report 2026
A comprehensive overview of natural gas prices across Australia in 2026. Compare average rates by state, understand price trends, and learn how to find a cheaper gas plan.
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Australian gas prices: overview
Australian gas prices vary significantly by state, distributor, and retailer. Understanding the components of a gas bill (usage rate, daily supply charge, and seasonal demand) helps households identify where savings are possible.
Natural gas is supplied to Australian households through a distribution network managed by state-based operators. Retail competition exists in NSW, VIC, QLD, and SA, where households can choose between multiple retailers and switch plans freely.
Indicative estimates
Indicative, April 2026. Average gas prices by state.
| State | Avg rate (c/MJ) | Supply charge ($/day) | Avg annual bill |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.45c | $0.80 | $1,090 | |
| 2.58c | $0.84 | $1,240 | |
| 2.72c | $0.88 | $1,320 | |
| 3.05c | $0.96 | $1,480 |
* Indicative estimates from the EnergyPlans static gas dataset, not live plan prices and not an AER or ESC gas reference price. Recorded 1 April 2026. Individual bills vary by usage and plan.
Gas prices by state: detailed breakdown
New South Wales
Compare plans →New South Wales has a competitive gas market. Gas is widely used for heating and hot water in Sydney and regional NSW.
Victoria
Compare plans →Victoria has the most competitive residential gas retail market in Australia, with a large number of retailers.
Queensland
Compare plans →Gas in Queensland is primarily used for hot water and cooking rather than space heating, resulting in lower average bills than southern states.
South Australia
Compare plans →South Australia has some of the higher residential gas prices in the eastern states, making comparison particularly valuable.
Gas price trends in Australia
The year-on-year changes below are from the same static dataset (Indicative, April 2026).Indicative estimates from the EnergyPlans static gas dataset, not live plan prices and not an AER or ESC gas reference price.
Year-on-year price changes across the gas states:
- New South Wales+3.8% yr/yr
- Victoria+4.2% yr/yr
- Queensland+2.9% yr/yr
- South Australia+5.1% yr/yr
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Indicative, April 2026. Recorded 1 April 2026. Indicative estimates from the EnergyPlans static gas dataset, not live plan prices and not an AER or ESC gas reference price. Individual bills will vary. EnergyPlans.com.au is an Australian energy comparison platform.