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Crude Oil
WTI (West Texas Intermediate) is the US benchmark. Brent is the global benchmark. Both quoted in USD per barrel.
West Texas Intermediate
US Benchmark · Cushing, OK
WTI
$88.58
7.81(+9.67%)1W
Brent Crude
Global Benchmark · North Sea
BRENT
$96.12
13.19(+15.90%)1W
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Crude-to-Pump Outlook

Crude up 20.4% in 4 weeks — pump prices likely to follow

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.

💡Consider filling your tank sooner rather than later — prices at the pump may rise noticeably in the coming weeks.
+20.4%WTI · 4 weeks
Retail Pump Prices · USD per gallon

East Coast (PADD 1)

Weekly averages from EIA. Select a region to compare prices across the US.
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Regular
$3.944
0.053 / gal
Midgrade
$4.454
0.059 / gal
Premium
$4.834
0.052 / gal
Diesel
$5.299
0.055 / gal
Historical Context · 52-Week Range

East Coast (PADD 1) prices are +18.2% above the 1-year average

Current Price$3.944/gal regular
1-Year Average$3.338+$0.606 vs avg
Period Low$2.741Jan 2026
Period High$4.336May 2026
4-Week Trend 6.6%rising
Position in Range
$2.74 low$4.34 high
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Regular Gasoline · USD / gal

East Coast (PADD 1) Price History

Current$3.944
1Y Low$2.741
1Y High$4.336
1Y Avg$3.338
Change+31.2%
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Price Comparison

Ranked by pump price. Click a region to view its dashboard.

#RegionRegularvs othersvs last wkMidPremDiesel
Texas$3.532
-0.112$4.03$4.38
2Gulf Coast (PADD 3)$3.604
-0.086$4.11$4.46$5.14
3Florida$3.771
-0.150$4.24$4.57
4Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C)$3.788
-0.079$4.28$4.65$5.17
5Midwest (PADD 2)$3.929
+0.047$4.38$4.99$5.26
6Minnesota$3.937
-0.102$4.27$4.82
7East Coast (PADD 1)you$3.944
-0.053$4.45$4.83$5.30
8Colorado$4.051
+0.054$4.44$4.81
9Massachusetts$4.058
-0.026$4.64$5.02
10New England (PADD 1A)$4.070
+0.003$4.67$5.03$5.55
11U.S. National Average$4.079
-0.017$4.66$5.06$5.35
12Ohio$4.085
+0.236$4.66$5.24
13New York$4.103
-0.035$4.57$4.98
14Central Atlantic (PADD 1B)$4.139
-0.035$4.67$5.01$5.59
15Rocky Mountain (PADD 4)$4.139
+0.056$4.48$4.81$5.29
16West Coast excl. CA$4.685
+0.023$5.05$5.31$5.62
17Washington$5.045
+0.035$5.36$5.58
18West Coast (PADD 5)$5.130
+0.013$5.55$5.75$6.13
California$5.495
+0.006$5.79$5.96$6.72

East Coast (PADD 1) Gas Prices — What You Need to Know

Regular gasoline on the East Coast is now averaging $3.997 per gallon, up $0.073 from last week as crude oil prices continue to rise. This price level is tracking slightly above typical summer patterns for the region, which usually see prices moderate in late July. The uptick reflects broader market pressures that have pushed Brent crude toward $96 per barrel.

At $3.997 per gallon, a typical 15-gallon fill-up will cost you about $60, representing a roughly $1.10 increase from last week's fill. The East Coast diesel spread remains wide at $5.354 per gallon, making it significantly more expensive than regular fuel—important for commercial drivers and truck owners to track. Regional prices tend to run slightly higher than the national average due to stricter environmental blending requirements and localized supply constraints.

What Drives Gas Prices in East Coast (PADD 1)?

East Coast fuel prices are heavily influenced by New Jersey and Delaware refinery operations, which supply a major portion of PADD 1 demand, as well as pipeline access from Gulf Coast refineries. State fuel taxes vary considerably across the region—from around 30 cents per gallon in some states to over 40 cents in others—creating price variation even when crude costs are identical. The region's requirement for cleaner-burning summer fuel blends and limited pipeline redundancy mean that any disruption to refinery operations or import terminals can quickly push prices higher.

From Crude Oil to the Pump

WTI crude at $88.58 and Brent at $96.12 set the baseline for wholesale fuel costs that refiners pay, with those costs flowing to pump prices over a typical 2- to 6-week lag. The current $7.54 spread between Brent and WTI reflects North Atlantic supply dynamics and tends to favor higher East Coast retail prices, since most international crude imports to the region come on Brent-based contracts. As crude has risen, that increase is still working through the supply chain, so further price movements at the pump should be expected in the coming weeks.

💡 Money-Saving Tip: Consider filling up mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) rather than weekends when East Coast stations typically see peak demand and slightly higher prices. Ethanol-blended E85 fuel is available at select stations in major metro areas and can offer 15-30 cent savings per gallon if your vehicle is flex-fuel compatible, making it worth checking through GasBuddy or GetPumpRate filters.

Price Outlook for East Coast (PADD 1)

With Brent crude near $96 per barrel and summer demand still active, East Coast prices may continue drifting upward through early August unless crude moderates quickly. Watch for any refinery maintenance announcements or import disruptions at East Coast terminals, as these can amplify price swings in a region with limited supply flexibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

East Coast (PADD 1) Fuel Prices — FAQ

Regular gasoline in East Coast (PADD 1) currently averages $3.944 per gallon, down $0.053 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.