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) | $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 Yorkyou | $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 New York is currently priced at $4.138 per gallon, up $0.061 from last week as crude oil markets remain elevated. This modest weekly increase reflects broader summer demand patterns and crude market movements. Compared to historical trends, New York prices remain above typical summer levels, though they're tracking within the range seen over the past several weeks.
At the current regular price of $4.138 per gallon, a typical 15-gallon fill-up will cost about $62.07, representing a weekly increase of roughly $0.92 per tank. New York's prices continue to run higher than the national average due to state-specific factors including fuel blending requirements and regional refinery capacity constraints. The spread between regular and premium is substantial at $0.915 per gallon, reflecting robust demand for higher-octane fuel across the state.
New York's gas prices are significantly influenced by the state's 8% sales tax on fuel and relatively high excise taxes, which account for approximately $0.50 of every gallon sold. The state's strict environmental fuel blend standards—including low-sulfur requirements and vapor pressure regulations—mean that gasoline sold here costs more to produce than fuel in other regions, with refineries in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic region passing these costs to consumers. Additionally, New York relies heavily on waterborne fuel deliveries through ports in New York Harbor and pipeline infrastructure from New Jersey and Pennsylvania refineries, making the state sensitive to both regional refinery utilization rates and transportation logistics.
WTI crude is currently trading at $88.58 per barrel while Brent crude sits at $96.12, with Brent commanding a $7.54 premium that reflects global supply dynamics and Europe's fuel demand. Typically, changes in crude prices take two to six weeks to fully translate to the pump, meaning current prices at New York gas stations largely reflect crude levels from mid-July. The recent upward pressure on crude suggests that without further declines in the oil market, pump prices may continue tracking near current levels through mid-August.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: New York drivers should consider fueling up mid-week, particularly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, when prices historically trend slightly lower than weekend peaks driven by increased demand. Loyalty programs at major chains like Speedway, Sunoco, and local networks can yield 3 to 10 cents per gallon in savings, and checking GetPumpRate before each fill-up helps identify the cheapest stations within your commute area, potentially saving $5 to $10 per week.
With Brent crude holding above $96 per barrel and summer driving season still in effect through August, New York pump prices are likely to remain stable or drift slightly higher in the near term. Drivers should monitor crude oil trends and any changes to regional refinery operations, as a sustained crude decline below $85 per barrel would be needed to see meaningful relief at the pump within the typical two to six week lag period.
Regular gasoline in New York currently averages $4.103 per gallon, down $0.035 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.