Gas Prices in New Jersey Today
Track today's average gas price in New Jersey, compare it to the national average, and estimate your fuel costs with a free calculator. Data updated daily from EIA.
About Gas Prices in New Jersey
Gas prices in New Jersey are reported daily by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) as part of their weekly survey of fuel retailers. The price shown is a statewide average for regular unleaded gasoline. Prices at individual stations in New Jersey may be higher or lower depending on location, brand, and local competition.
Several factors influence New Jersey's gas price: state fuel taxes, the distance from major refineries, pipeline and distribution infrastructure, and the required seasonal fuel blend. Use the calculator above to see exactly how today's New Jersey price affects your commute, road trip, or monthly driving budget.
New Jersey Fuel Taxes: ≈42¢/gal
New Jersey has a high state gas tax that arrived only recently. New Jersey had one of the lowest gas taxes in America until 2016, when the state raised it sharply to fund transportation projects. The rate is now around 42 cents per gallon and adjusts annually based on fuel consumption revenue targets — it can tick up or down slightly each October.
Tax figures are approximate state-level taxes and fees per gallon of regular gasoline and exclude the 18.4¢/gal federal excise tax. Rates change — verify current rates with the state's revenue or transportation department.
How New Jersey Gets Its Gasoline
New Jersey is a major fuel hub for the entire Northeast: the Bayway refinery in Linden, large import terminals around New York Harbor, and the end of the Colonial Pipeline all sit in or near the state. That abundant local supply keeps wholesale costs relatively low. New Jersey is also the last state where self-service gasoline is banned statewide — an attendant pumps every gallon — yet prices usually stay competitive with neighboring states.
Where Gas Is Cheapest and Most Expensive in New Jersey
South Jersey, especially along the Delaware border near Philadelphia, typically has the state's cheapest gas. North Jersey prices run a bit higher, and stations on the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway service areas charge a captive-audience premium — fill up off-highway when you can.