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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Ranked by pump price. Click a region to view its dashboard.
| # | 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)you | $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) | $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 on the East Coast is averaging $3.958 per gallon as of Saturday, May 2, 2026, up $0.070 from last week. This uptick reflects broader market pressure from elevated crude prices and seasonal demand heading into the summer driving season. East Coast prices typically track higher than the national average due to stricter environmental blending requirements and regional refinery constraints.
A typical 15-gallon fill-up now costs approximately $59.37, representing a weekly increase of about $1.05 per tank. The East Coast premium spread—currently $0.848 per gallon above regular—reflects the region's fuel specifications and market concentration among fewer refineries serving the corridor. Diesel sits notably higher at $5.425 per gallon, a $1.467 premium over regular, driven by industrial demand and separate supply dynamics.
East Coast gas prices are heavily influenced by the region's strict Reid Vapor Pressure and low-sulfur specifications, which limit fuel sources and increase refining costs compared to other regions. The area depends on a limited number of major refineries in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, plus significant imports from the Caribbean, making supply disruptions particularly impactful to PADD 1. State excise taxes vary considerably—from around 32 cents in New Jersey to over 47 cents in Pennsylvania—creating price variation across state lines that drivers can exploit.
WTI crude at $95.43 per barrel and Brent at $109.62 reflect strong global demand and geopolitical premium, both of which are translating to pump prices with typical lag of two to six weeks. The Brent-WTI spread of $14.19 is particularly significant for the East Coast since regional refineries rely more heavily on light, sweet crude imports that track closer to Brent pricing. Recent crude strength explains the $0.070 weekly rise and suggests prices built in late April are already reflecting higher feedstock costs.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: East Coast drivers should take advantage of Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, when refineries typically report supply balances and prices often soften before the weekend surge; use GasBuddy or GetPumpRate to lock in these lows across state lines. Many regional chains like Wawa and Sheetz offer loyalty programs with 5 to 10 cent per gallon discounts, which translates to $0.75 to $1.50 savings on a 15-gallon fill-up.
Crude prices remain elevated with Brent above $109, suggesting upward pressure will persist unless global supply concerns ease in the coming weeks; watch for any Atlantic hurricane season developments or refinery maintenance announcements that could tighten regional supply further. Memorial Day weekend demand (May 26) typically pushes prices higher, so drivers planning leisure trips should consider filling up early in the week preceding the holiday.
Regular gasoline in East Coast (PADD 1) currently averages $4.251 per gallon, up $0.293 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.