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) | $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)you | $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 in New England is currently averaging $4.087 per gallon, up $0.169 from last week as regional supply tightens heading into the summer driving season. This price is running higher than the national average, reflecting the region's reliance on imported fuel and stricter environmental regulations. Weekly gains like this are typical for May as refineries transition to summer-blend gasoline and demand picks up.
At $4.087 per gallon, filling a typical 15-gallon tank costs about $61.31, roughly $2.54 more than a week ago. New England consistently ranks among the highest-priced regions in the country due to limited in-state refining capacity and the need to import most fuel via pipeline and barge from the Gulf Coast and Caribbean. Diesel sits significantly higher at $5.834 per gallon, a $1.747 spread above regular, reflecting tight distillate supplies and continued industrial demand.
New England's gas prices are shaped heavily by state fuel taxes, which are among the nation's highest, adding roughly 30 to 45 cents per gallon depending on the state. The region has no major in-state refineries and depends almost entirely on imports via Colonial Pipeline and marine terminals, making it vulnerable to supply disruptions and transportation costs. Massachusetts and Connecticut's low-sulfur and oxygen-enriched fuel blend requirements further increase production costs compared to conventional gasoline sold elsewhere.
WTI crude is trading at $95.43 per barrel while Brent (which influences Atlantic Coast imports) sits at $109.62, a significant $14.19 spread that reflects the premium New England pays for overseas oil. Retail pump prices typically lag crude moves by 2 to 6 weeks, so the current $4.087 price reflects crude values from mid-April; if Brent holds above $108, expect pump prices to continue climbing into mid-May. The gap between WTI and Brent is particularly important for New England since the region relies on costly North Sea and other overseas crude.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Midweek fill-ups (Tuesday through Thursday) tend to offer slightly better prices in New England than weekend or Monday purchases. Many regional chains like Speedway, Shell, and local co-ops offer loyalty programs that can save 5 to 15 cents per gallon; combining these with apps like GasBuddy can help you find the cheapest stations within your commute.
Prices may continue rising through May as seasonal demand builds and refineries finish converting to summer-blend fuel, though crude volatility could introduce sharp swings either direction. Watch for any Colonial Pipeline disruptions and weekly inventory data from the EIA; if crude stays above $100 per barrel and Atlantic inventories remain tight, New England could see $4.20+ prices by Memorial Day.
Regular gasoline in New England (PADD 1A) currently averages $4.378 per gallon, up $0.291 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.