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 | Massachusettsyou | $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) | $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 |
Massachusetts drivers are seeing some relief at the pump this week, with regular gasoline averaging $4.067 per gallon, down $0.129 from last week. This modest decline follows a typical mid-June pattern when seasonal demand begins to rise but before the peak summer travel season takes hold. The current price remains well above historical Massachusetts averages, reflecting both higher crude costs and the state's above-average fuel taxes.
At the current price of $4.067 per gallon, filling up a typical 15-gallon tank would cost about $61, down roughly $1.94 from last week's fill-up. Massachusetts drivers are paying significantly more than the national average due to the state's 24-cent fuel excise tax (among the highest in the nation) plus additional environmental compliance costs for cleaner-burning fuel blends required in the Northeast. The spread between regular and premium has widened to nearly a dollar per gallon, making regular unleaded the clear value choice for most drivers.
Massachusetts depends heavily on refined fuel imported through the Colonial Pipeline from the Gulf Coast and East Coast refineries, making regional prices sensitive to refinery utilization rates and pipeline logistics. The state mandates special low-sulfur gasoline blends year-round and requires additional oxygenate additives, driving up production costs compared to states with less stringent environmental standards. Local fuel taxes and state fees add roughly 50 cents per gallon to the cost, making Massachusetts one of the most expensive states in the nation for gasoline.
With WTI crude at $92.16 per barrel and Brent at $93.76, the relatively moderate crude prices are providing some downward pressure on pump prices, though the effect typically takes 2 to 6 weeks to fully materialize. The current $1.60 spread between Brent and WTI reflects European refinery strength, which can indirectly support Atlantic Coast prices as refiners balance global markets. If crude remains in the low-to-mid $90s over the coming weeks, Massachusetts drivers could see additional modest relief, though state tax structures will limit how much that benefit translates to the pump.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Massachusetts drivers should fill up on Mondays and Tuesdays when prices typically dip before the weekend surge, and consider using loyalty programs at major chains like Speedway or local independent stations that often offer modest discounts. If available in your area, ethanol blends like E10 or E15 can save 10 to 30 cents per gallon, though they're less common in Massachusetts than in other regions; check GasBuddy or local station websites to locate them.
Crude prices are holding steady in the low $90s, suggesting limited immediate downward pressure on pump prices, though the seasonal transition into summer demand could push prices higher if crude climbs above $95 per barrel. Watch for any disruptions at East Coast refineries or supply chain delays on the Colonial Pipeline, as these are the primary drivers of week-to-week volatility for Massachusetts prices.
Regular gasoline in Massachusetts currently averages $4.067 per gallon, down $0.129 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.