WTI crude has risen $1.14/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 | $3.877 | +0.215 | $4.37 | $4.70 | — | |
| 2 | Gulf Coast (PADD 3) | $3.902 | +0.227 | $4.39 | $4.74 | $5.18 | |
| 3 | Minnesota | $4.073 | +0.326 | $4.45 | $4.88 | — | |
| 4 | Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) | $4.113 | +0.296 | $4.58 | $4.93 | $5.33 | |
| 5 | East Coast (PADD 1) | $4.251 | +0.293 | $4.73 | $5.09 | $5.50 | |
| 6 | Florida | $4.288 | +0.405 | $4.74 | $5.06 | — | |
| 7 | Massachusetts | $4.343 | +0.337 | $4.84 | $5.22 | — | |
| 8 | Colorado | $4.346 | +0.416 | $4.73 | $5.08 | — | |
| 9 | Rocky Mountain (PADD 4) | $4.359 | +0.343 | $4.71 | $5.00 | $5.52 | |
| 10 | New England (PADD 1A) | $4.378 | +0.291 | $4.88 | $5.24 | $5.86 | |
| 11 | Midwest (PADD 2) | $4.399 | +0.515 | $4.88 | $5.42 | $5.74 | |
| 12 | New York | $4.399 | +0.297 | $4.86 | $5.29 | — | |
| 13 | Central Atlantic (PADD 1B)you | $4.420 | +0.289 | $4.93 | $5.25 | $5.87 | |
| 14 | U.S. National Average | $4.452 | +0.329 | $5.03 | $5.40 | $5.64 | |
| 15 | Ohio | $4.776 | +0.905 | $5.32 | $5.87 | — | |
| 16 | West Coast excl. CA | $5.135 | +0.168 | $5.54 | $5.77 | $6.00 | |
| 17 | Washington | $5.529 | +0.230 | $5.87 | $6.06 | — | |
| 18 | West Coast (PADD 5) | $5.583 | +0.171 | $6.03 | $6.22 | $6.63 | |
| ↑ | California | $5.959 | +0.174 | $6.28 | $6.45 | $7.36 |
Regular gasoline in the Central Atlantic region is currently priced at $4.131 per gallon, up $0.106 from last week as crude oil prices remain elevated in the mid-$95 to $109 range. This price level is notably higher than the typical spring baseline for this region, reflecting both national crude pressures and regional supply dynamics. The weekly increase continues a pattern of modest upward pressure that drivers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware have experienced over the past several weeks.
At the current price, filling a typical 15-gallon tank costs approximately $61.97, a meaningful expense for weekly commuters in this densely populated corridor. Regular gasoline in the Central Atlantic sits above the national average, partly due to the region's higher state fuel taxes and stricter environmental fuel blends required by states like New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Diesel is significantly more expensive at $5.843 per gallon—a $1.712 premium over regular—making it a noteworthy consideration for delivery drivers and commercial operators.
The Central Atlantic region's fuel prices are heavily influenced by state excise taxes, with New Jersey and Pennsylvania among the highest in the nation, adding roughly 50 cents per gallon when combined state and federal taxes are considered. Refinery capacity in this region is limited compared to the Gulf Coast, and much of the supply flows via the Colonial Pipeline from refineries in the South, making the region vulnerable to pipeline disruptions and seasonal maintenance shutdowns. Environmental regulations in New Jersey and Pennsylvania mandate cleaner-burning fuel blends year-round, which increases production costs and limits supply flexibility compared to regions using standard gasoline.
With WTI crude at $95.43 and Brent at $109.62 per barrel, the $14.19 gap reflects global supply concerns and refinery economics that ultimately trickle down to Central Atlantic pumps with a typical 2–4 week lag. Refinery margins in the Northeast remain tight due to limited local refining capacity, meaning crude price increases translate fairly directly to pump prices without much dampening. If crude continues to trade in this range, expect current pump prices to hold steady; if crude rises further, drivers should prepare for additional increases within 2–3 weeks.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Central Atlantic drivers should prioritize filling up on Mondays or Tuesdays, when regional prices typically dip slightly before the weekend surge; using GetPumpRate's station finder can help you locate the lowest-priced pumps in your area, potentially saving 10–20 cents per gallon. Many supermarket chains in Pennsylvania and New Jersey offer fuel loyalty discounts tied to grocery purchases—combining these programs with strategic fill-up timing can reduce your effective fuel cost by 20–40 cents per gallon over a month.
Crude oil prices remain the primary wild card for May; if Brent retreats below $105 per barrel due to economic softening, Central Atlantic drivers could see modest relief within 3–4 weeks, but geopolitical tensions and refinery maintenance could sustain current levels. Watch for any Colonial Pipeline maintenance announcements or supply disruptions, as they disproportionately affect this region's ability to access Gulf Coast fuel, and monitor weekly EIA inventory reports for signs of regional tightness.
Regular gasoline in Central Atlantic (PADD 1B) currently averages $4.420 per gallon, up $0.289 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.