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) | $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 Yorkyou | $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 York is currently priced at $4.102 per gallon, up nearly 10 cents from last week as crude oil prices remain elevated. This price level is notably higher than the U.S. national average, reflecting New York's stricter environmental fuel standards and higher state taxes. Spring driving season has begun, and New York's typical late-April to early-June price patterns show upward momentum as refinery capacity adjusts to warmer-weather blend requirements.
Filling a standard 15-gallon tank at current New York prices costs approximately $61.53, compared to roughly $60.02 the week before. New York consistently ranks among the top five most expensive states for gasoline, largely due to its 49.5-cent state excise tax plus local sales tax, making the state tax burden roughly 10-15 cents per gallon higher than most other regions. The 88.5-cent spread between regular and premium reflects typical New York demand patterns for higher-octane fuel among the state's large commuter population.
New York's gas prices are heavily influenced by the state's requirement for cleaner-burning winter and summer fuel blends, which cost more to produce than standard gasoline sold in other states. The region relies primarily on supplies from East Coast refineries and imported fuel via pipeline from the Caribbean and Gulf Coast, making it vulnerable to pipeline maintenance and supply disruptions. New York's combined state and local gas taxes of 49.5 cents per gallon are among the nation's highest, adding a fixed cost floor that keeps prices elevated even during periods of low crude oil costs.
WTI crude is currently trading at $95.43 per barrel with Brent at $109.62, a spread that reflects ongoing global supply concerns and geopolitical factors. These crude prices typically reach New York pumps within 2-6 weeks through the refining and distribution cycle, meaning current prices reflect crude from mid-April. If crude continues at these levels, expect the downward pressure from any recent crude drops to gradually work through the system, while further crude increases would push New York pump prices higher by early to mid-June.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: New York drivers should consider filling up on Mondays and Tuesdays when prices typically drop after weekend demand, and look for stations offering fuel rewards programs such as Shell Fuel Rewards or grocery-chain loyalty programs that can shave 20-30 cents per gallon off your fill-ups. If available near your commute, switching to ethanol-blended E10 fuel from E0 premium can save approximately 10-15 cents per gallon with minimal impact on most modern vehicles.
New York gas prices face upward pressure in the near term as Brent crude remains elevated above $109 per barrel and as full spring-season demand takes hold. Watch for any announcements regarding East Coast refinery capacity or pipeline maintenance schedules, as these can cause sharp price movements in the New York market within days.
Regular gasoline in New York currently averages $4.399 per gallon, up $0.297 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.