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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Ranked by pump price. Click a region to view its dashboard.
| # | 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)you | $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) | $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 Lower Atlantic region is currently priced at $3.867 per gallon, up $0.076 from last week as crude oil prices remain elevated. This weekly increase puts pump prices noticeably above the typical summer lows drivers in this region usually enjoy by late July. The price reflects a tightening supply picture and stronger crude costs that have reversed the modest declines seen earlier in the month.
At current prices, filling a typical 15-gallon tank costs approximately $58, which is notably higher than the historical summer baseline for the Lower Atlantic. The $1.388 spread between regular and premium reflects typical demand for higher octane fuels in this densely populated corridor. Diesel prices at $5.255 per gallon are running $1.39 above regular gasoline, a gap that puts pressure on commercial drivers and delivery services throughout the region.
The Lower Atlantic's gas prices are heavily influenced by the region's refining capacity concentrated around the Delaware and Chesapeake Bay areas, which supply most fuel for the I-95 corridor from Maryland through the Carolinas. State fuel taxes vary significantly across the region, with Pennsylvania and New Jersey among the nation's highest, while North Carolina's lower tax structure creates price variance across state lines. Environmental fuel blends required in major metros like Baltimore, Washington, and Charlotte add production complexity and cost, particularly during the summer driving season when demand spikes with vacation travel.
WTI crude at $88.58 and Brent crude at $96.12 represent substantial input costs for regional refiners, with the $7.54 spread reflecting global supply concerns. Typical lag time of two to six weeks means the recent uptick in crude prices is just beginning to fully reach pump prices, suggesting potential for further increases if crude remains elevated. Refiners in this region typically track Brent pricing more closely than WTI due to international crude slate sourcing, making the $96 Brent level particularly relevant to Lower Atlantic pump costs.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Drivers in this region should consider filling up on Mondays or Tuesdays, when prices traditionally soften before the weekend demand surge pushes them higher in the Lower Atlantic. Many regional chains and convenience stores offer loyalty programs that discount 5 to 10 cents per gallon, making enrollment especially worthwhile when prices are elevated as they are this week.
With crude oil holding in the mid-$90s range and late July typically marking the peak of summer driving season demand, prices in the Lower Atlantic could remain under upward pressure through early August. Watch for any tropical activity in the Atlantic, as hurricane season often disrupts Gulf refining and pipeline flows that supply this region within two to three weeks.
Regular gasoline in Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) currently averages $3.788 per gallon, down $0.079 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.