WTI crude has risen $14.03/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) | $3.788 | -0.079 | $4.28 | $4.65 | $5.17 | |
| 5 | Midwest (PADD 2)you | $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 Midwest (PADD 2) is currently priced at $3.882 per gallon, up $0.102 from last week as crude oil prices have climbed and summer driving season remains in full swing. This price is moderately above typical early-summer levels for the region, reflecting both elevated crude costs and the regional shift toward more expensive summer-blend fuel required by EPA regulations. The weekly increase marks a reversal of the modest declines seen earlier in July, signaling upward pressure on pump prices heading into August.
At $3.882 per gallon, a typical 15-gallon fill-up now costs about $58.23, roughly $1.53 more than it would have cost a week ago. Midwest prices are tracking slightly above the national average, partly because Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and other states in PADD 2 enforce some of the nation's stricter environmental fuel blends and carry among the highest state excise taxes. The diesel-to-regular spread of $1.314 per gallon is significant for commercial drivers and farmers in the region, reflecting tight refinery capacity and robust freight demand.
The Midwest's gas prices are heavily influenced by state fuel taxes—Illinois leads at 38.5 cents per gallon, while Wisconsin and Minnesota exceed 32 cents—adding substantially to the pump price relative to lower-tax states. Refinery constraints in the region are another key driver; PADD 2 relies on a handful of major refineries in Indiana, Illinois, and Minnesota, so any maintenance or outages can quickly ripple through local supplies. Additionally, the region's mandatory use of cleaner-burning summer-blend fuel from June through September increases production costs compared to winter blends, a requirement that persists through the end of summer driving season.
WTI crude oil is currently trading at $88.58 per barrel, while Brent crude sits at $96.12, with the $7.54 spread reflecting refinery economics and pipeline access differences. These crude prices typically flow to the pump with a lag of 2 to 6 weeks, so the $0.102 weekly jump in Midwest gas prices reflects crude moves from early to mid-July combined with tightening local supply. If crude remains near these levels over the next month, drivers should expect prices to stabilize or firm further at the pump.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Midwest drivers should consider filling up mid-week (Tuesday through Thursday) when prices tend to be slightly softer than weekend peaks, and leverage loyalty programs at regional chains like Speedway and local cooperatives that offer 3- to 5-cent discounts on high-volume days. Where available, choosing ethanol-blended E10 fuel instead of pure gasoline can save 5 to 10 cents per gallon, and most Midwest vehicles run safely on this blend, making it a practical option for budget-conscious commuters.
Prices in the Midwest appear poised to remain elevated through August as summer-blend fuel regulations stay in effect and crude oil holds near current levels; watch for any disruptions at the region's refineries, as maintenance seasons can amplify local price swings. By early fall, the transition back to cheaper winter-blend fuel in September could provide some relief, though any spike in global crude markets would offset that seasonal benefit.
Regular gasoline in Midwest (PADD 2) currently averages $3.929 per gallon, up $0.047 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.