Gas Prices by State Today
This page shows the average price of regular gasoline in all 50 states, from the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s weekly retail survey. EIA publishes its own price for 9 states. Every other state is shown at its region’s weekly average, so states in the same region share a price.
Use it to see how your state compares with the national average, where gas costs least and most, and how much crossing a state line can matter on a road trip. To price a drive leg by leg with these same prices, use the Trip Planner.
U.S. National Average (Regular Unleaded)
$4.27/gal
Week of 2026-10-26
EIA’s U.S. average for regular gasoline, collected every Monday. If your state is below this number, gas there costs less than the national average.
Cheapest States
Lower prices may be linked to local supply, lower fuel taxes, shorter delivery routes, or market competition.
Most Expensive States
Higher costs are often tied to taxes, location, fuel supply limits, environmental rules, or strong demand.
EIA publishes weekly prices for 9 states. The other 41 are priced at their region’s weekly average, so states in the same region share a price and a rank.
Compare Fuel Prices Across Every State
Each row shows a state’s average price for regular gasoline and how it compares with the national average. States without their own EIA price show their region’s average, named under the state.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA.gov). Updated weekly.
Why Gas Prices Change From State to State
Gas prices are affected by many local and national factors. Some of these factors change often, while others stay more stable over time.
Fuel Tax
States may charge different gasoline taxes and fees. These costs are included in the final price drivers pay at the pump.
Supply Distance
States closer to refineries or fuel supply routes may have lower transport costs. States that need fuel shipped farther may see higher prices.
Seasonal Demand
During busy travel seasons, more people drive. Higher demand can place upward pressure on fuel prices.
Local Market Conditions
Large cities, rural areas, tourist locations, and coastal regions may all have different pricing patterns.
How Drivers Can Use This Data
State gas prices help with everyday money decisions. At 12,000 miles a year in a 25 MPG car, every 10 cents a gallon adds up to $48 a year.
Commuters
Check whether your state is above or below average to understand your weekly fuel cost.
Road trippers
Compare prices before you leave to choose better fuel stops along the way.
Delivery drivers
Use the data to estimate fuel costs more carefully for route planning.
Budget planners
State fuel prices give a clearer picture of expected driving costs for moves or trips.
Why Your Local Station May Show a Different Price
A state average is not the same as a station price. Your nearby gas station may be higher or lower than the number shown for your state.
Stations near highways, airports, or busy travel routes may have higher prices.
Other stations may lower prices to compete with nearby businesses.
Brand, location, rent, delivery costs, and local demand all affect the final pump price.
This page is best used for comparison and planning. It shows the wider state trend, while local station apps or signs show the exact price at a specific pump.
Tips for Using State Gas Price Data
Use the table as a planning guide, not as an exact station quote. The price at your local pump may be different.
Check nearby states if you live close to a border. Sometimes the price difference can be enough to affect where you refuel.
Review the national average to understand the bigger trend. This helps you see whether your state is unusually high, low, or close to normal.
For long trips, compare fuel prices before you choose major refueling stops. This can be useful when driving through several states.
For monthly budgeting, combine state gas prices with your car's fuel economy and your expected miles for a more useful cost estimate.
Best Ways to Lower Fuel Spending
You cannot control state fuel prices, but you can make small choices that may help reduce fuel costs.
Plan errands in one trip instead of making several short drives
Avoid unnecessary idling
Keep tires properly inflated
Drive smoothly and avoid hard braking and sudden acceleration
Compare nearby stations before filling up
Check prices before your tank gets too low