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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| # | 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)you | $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 | |
| ↑ | California | $5.495 | +0.006 | $5.79 | $5.96 | $6.72 |
Regular gasoline in the Central Atlantic region is currently priced at $4.174 per gallon, up $0.076 from last week as refineries respond to rising crude costs. This price level is typical for summer driving season in this densely populated corridor, which includes major metropolitan areas from New York through Pennsylvania. The weekly increase reflects upward pressure from both crude oil markets and seasonal demand from holiday travelers.
At the current price of $4.174 per gallon, filling a typical 15-gallon tank costs approximately $62.61, compared to $61.41 the previous week. The Central Atlantic region consistently maintains prices above the national average due to stricter environmental fuel blends required in many states and higher state gasoline taxes, particularly in New York and Pennsylvania. Diesel fuel is notably higher at $5.579 per gallon, creating a $1.405 spread over regular gasoline that reflects tight supply conditions for heating oil and commercial fuel in this region.
The Central Atlantic region's gas prices are heavily influenced by stringent state environmental regulations, with New York and New Jersey requiring special low-volatility fuel blends that are more expensive to produce than standard gasoline. This area relies primarily on Colonial Pipeline for fuel distribution from Gulf Coast refineries, plus supplemental supply from the Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery complex, making the region sensitive to pipeline throughput and refinery maintenance. State fuel taxes in this region range from 32 cents per gallon in Pennsylvania to over 43 cents in New York, creating some of the highest baseline fuel costs in the nation and amplifying the impact of crude price swings.
With WTI crude at $88.58 per barrel and Brent at $96.12, refineries in the Central Atlantic region are processing crude at elevated costs that will work through to pump prices over the next two to six weeks. The $7.54 spread between Brent and WTI reflects international supply dynamics that particularly affect East Coast refineries, which often rely on Atlantic Basin crude sources. The recent $0.076 weekly increase at the pump reflects refinery adjustments to crude prices from earlier in July, with further adjustments likely if crude holds above $88 per barrel.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Consider filling up on Mondays or Tuesdays in the Central Atlantic region, when prices typically dip before the summer weekend travel surge pushes demand higher. Take advantage of convenience store loyalty programs in major chains like Wawa and Sheetz, which offer fuel discounts on purchases—sometimes up to 30 cents per gallon—making them significantly cheaper than branded oil company stations for regular commuters.
Gas prices in the Central Atlantic are likely to remain elevated through August given summer demand patterns and crude oil holding near $88-$96 per barrel, though a significant crude price decline could ease pressure by late August. Watch for any Colonial Pipeline disruptions or maintenance announcements, as this region has limited alternative fuel distribution options and any supply interruption would quickly drive local prices upward.
Regular gasoline in Central Atlantic (PADD 1B) currently averages $4.139 per gallon, down $0.035 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.