WTI crude has risen $14.99/bbl over the past month. Retail gasoline typically follows crude moves with a 2–4 week lag as refined fuel works through the supply chain.
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Ranked by pump price. Click a region to view its dashboard.
| # | Region | Regular ↑ | vs others | vs last wk | Mid | Prem | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ↓ | Texas | $3.532 | -0.112 | $4.03 | $4.38 | — | |
| 2 | Gulf Coast (PADD 3) | $3.604 | -0.086 | $4.11 | $4.46 | $5.14 | |
| 3 | Florida | $3.771 | -0.150 | $4.24 | $4.57 | — | |
| 4 | Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) | $3.788 | -0.079 | $4.28 | $4.65 | $5.17 | |
| 5 | Midwest (PADD 2) | $3.929 | +0.047 | $4.38 | $4.99 | $5.26 | |
| 6 | Minnesota | $3.937 | -0.102 | $4.27 | $4.82 | — | |
| 7 | East Coast (PADD 1) | $3.944 | -0.053 | $4.45 | $4.83 | $5.30 | |
| 8 | Colorado | $4.051 | +0.054 | $4.44 | $4.81 | — | |
| 9 | Massachusetts | $4.058 | -0.026 | $4.64 | $5.02 | — | |
| 10 | New England (PADD 1A) | $4.070 | +0.003 | $4.67 | $5.03 | $5.55 | |
| 11 | U.S. National Average | $4.079 | -0.017 | $4.66 | $5.06 | $5.35 | |
| 12 | Ohio | $4.085 | +0.236 | $4.66 | $5.24 | — | |
| 13 | New York | $4.103 | -0.035 | $4.57 | $4.98 | — | |
| 14 | Central Atlantic (PADD 1B) | $4.139 | -0.035 | $4.67 | $5.01 | $5.59 | |
| 15 | Rocky Mountain (PADD 4) | $4.139 | +0.056 | $4.48 | $4.81 | $5.29 | |
| 16 | West Coast excl. CA | $4.685 | +0.023 | $5.05 | $5.31 | $5.62 | |
| 17 | Washington | $5.045 | +0.035 | $5.36 | $5.58 | — | |
| 18 | West Coast (PADD 5) | $5.130 | +0.013 | $5.55 | $5.75 | $6.13 | |
| ↑ | Californiayou | $5.495 | +0.006 | $5.79 | $5.96 | $6.72 |
California's regular gasoline price has climbed to $5.489 per gallon this week, up $0.135 from last week as crude oil prices remain elevated. This price level is significantly higher than the national average, reflecting California's unique fuel market and stricter environmental standards. The weekly increase marks a continued upward trend during the summer driving season, when demand typically peaks across the state.
At $5.489 per gallon, a typical 15-gallon fill-up costs about $82.34, making fuel one of the largest weekly expenses for California commuters. California's pump prices consistently run $1.00 to $1.50 higher than the national average due to state-specific fuel blends, taxes, and market structure. Diesel prices have jumped to $6.670 per gallon, a spread of $1.181 above regular unleaded, which significantly impacts commercial drivers and fleet operators throughout the state.
California's gas prices are heavily influenced by the state's 11.2% excise tax on fuel, combined with local sales taxes that vary by county, adding roughly 50-70 cents per gallon compared to other states. The state's strict environmental regulations require refineries to produce a special summer blend of gasoline with lower volatility, which costs more to produce and limits supply to California-only markets. Additionally, California's geographic isolation—with limited pipeline access from out-of-state refineries and heavy reliance on local refineries and marine transport—means any disruption in local refining capacity directly impacts availability and pricing.
With WTI crude at $88.58 per barrel and Brent at $96.12, the higher Brent price is more directly reflected at California pumps since much of the state's fuel is priced against Brent benchmarks. Typically, crude price changes take 2 to 6 weeks to fully translate to pump prices, so the current $0.135 weekly increase reflects crude pressures from early to mid-July. Watch for further pump adjustments over the next few weeks if crude oil prices stabilize or shift direction.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: California drivers should consider filling up early in the week (typically Monday or Tuesday) when prices tend to be slightly lower, and using Costco or Sam's Club memberships if available, as these retailers often undercut competitors by 20-40 cents per gallon. Apps like GasBuddy allow you to find the cheapest stations in your immediate area—a crucial tool in California's fragmented market where prices can vary by 50 cents or more within the same city.
California gas prices appear likely to remain elevated through August as summer driving demand peaks and crude oil stays in the $85-$100 range; any refinery maintenance or supply disruptions could push prices higher. Monitor crude oil trends and national inventory reports, as even modest declines in crude could eventually ease pump prices by late August or early September as summer demand naturally begins to decline.
Regular gasoline in California currently averages $5.495 per gallon, up $0.006 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.