WTI crude has fallen $12.94/bbl over the past month. Gas stations are typically slower to pass on savings than price increases, but relief at the pump usually arrives within 2–4 weeks.
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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 | $3.432 | -0.129 | $3.93 | $4.27 | — | |
| 2 | Gulf Coast (PADD 3) | $3.521 | -0.122 | $4.03 | $4.37 | $4.65 | |
| 3 | Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) | $3.725 | -0.038 | $4.21 | $4.59 | $4.83 | |
| 4 | Florida | $3.739 | +0.045 | $4.20 | $4.54 | — | |
| 5 | Minnesota | $3.834 | -0.098 | $4.20 | $4.70 | — | |
| 6 | Midwest (PADD 2) | $3.861 | -0.084 | $4.31 | $4.92 | $5.01 | |
| 7 | East Coast (PADD 1) | $3.913 | -0.077 | $4.43 | $4.80 | $5.05 | |
| 8 | Colorado | $3.950 | -0.035 | $4.36 | $4.68 | — | |
| 9 | U.S. National Average | $4.052 | -0.094 | $4.67 | $5.04 | $5.06 | |
| 10 | Massachusetts | $4.067 | -0.129 | $4.67 | $5.06 | — | |
| 11 | Ohio | $4.080 | +0.064 | $4.67 | $5.24 | — | |
| 12 | New England (PADD 1A) | $4.101 | -0.136 | $4.70 | $5.07 | $5.51 | |
| 13 | Rocky Mountain (PADD 4) | $4.104 | -0.090 | $4.45 | $4.76 | $5.02 | |
| 14 | Central Atlantic (PADD 1B)you | $4.140 | -0.115 | $4.69 | $4.98 | $5.50 | |
| 15 | New York | $4.190 | -0.089 | $4.65 | $4.97 | — | |
| 16 | West Coast excl. CA | $4.844 | -0.111 | $5.30 | $5.48 | $5.52 | |
| 17 | West Coast (PADD 5) | $5.229 | -0.129 | $5.69 | $5.83 | $6.07 | |
| 18 | Washington | $5.343 | -0.101 | $5.70 | $5.88 | — | |
| ↑ | California | $5.554 | -0.142 | $5.89 | $6.00 | $6.71 |
Regular gasoline in the Central Atlantic region is currently priced at $4.140 per gallon, down $0.115 from last week as crude oil prices have eased slightly. This mid-June pricing reflects typical early summer demand patterns, when drivers hit the road more frequently for travel and commuting. The region's prices remain above the national average, driven by state-specific fuel taxes and environmental blend requirements across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and Delaware.
At the current regular price, filling a 15-gallon tank costs approximately $62.10, a modest savings of $1.73 compared to last week's fill-up. Diesel fuel is notably higher at $5.503 per gallon, reflecting its separate supply dynamics and higher demand from commercial trucking. The Central Atlantic region typically runs 30 to 50 cents above the national average due to stricter environmental standards and state excise taxes, with New York and New Jersey among the highest in the nation.
The Central Atlantic region's gas prices are heavily influenced by state fuel excise taxes, which range from 34.4 cents per gallon in Delaware to 42.75 cents in Pennsylvania, adding significantly to pump prices compared to other regions. Refinery capacity in this region is limited, making supply dependent on imported fuel through the Colonial Pipeline and Jones Act tankers, which creates vulnerability to supply disruptions and transportation costs. Environmental fuel blend requirements for meeting Clean Air Act standards in major metropolitan areas like New York City, Philadelphia, and Newark require more expensive formulations that increase the retail price throughout the region.
WTI crude is currently trading at $92.16 per barrel, while Brent crude sits at $93.76 per barrel; these modest price levels should begin translating to pump prices over the next 2 to 6 weeks as refineries process new batches of crude. The $0.115 weekly decline in gasoline already reflects some lag from earlier crude softness, and further stability or slight declines in crude should support continued modest relief at the pump. However, any geopolitical disruptions or refinery maintenance could quickly reverse these gains, given the region's reliance on imported fuel supplies.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Monitor fuel prices on Thursday and Friday mornings when stations often refresh their pricing following overnight crude and wholesale updates; drivers who fill up early in the week rather than weekend can sometimes save 5 to 10 cents per gallon. Take advantage of loyalty programs at major chains like Wawa, Sunoco, or regional operators that offer modest per-gallon discounts, and consider using E85 ethanol blends where available, which typically cost 20 to 40 cents less per gallon than regular unleaded.
Crude oil prices appear relatively stable in the $92-94 range, suggesting gasoline prices will likely hover near current levels or drift slightly lower over the next 2 weeks unless global supply surprises emerge. Watch for typical mid-to-late-summer demand spikes as July approaches, which could provide upward pressure even if crude remains flat, along with any refinery maintenance schedules that could tighten regional supply.
Regular gasoline in Central Atlantic (PADD 1B) currently averages $4.140 per gallon, down $0.115 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.