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 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)you | $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 Rocky Mountain region is currently priced at $4.083 per gallon, up $0.127 from last week as crude oil markets strengthen. This price is notably higher than the national average and reflects the region's unique supply constraints and elevation-related fuel formulations. The upward trend follows typical summer demand patterns when driving increases across this expansive region.
A 15-gallon fill-up in the Rocky Mountains now costs approximately $61.25, roughly $1.90 more than a week ago. Diesel remains significantly elevated at $5.141 per gallon, a $1.058 premium over regular gasoline, which impacts commercial transportation and rural drivers throughout Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and Utah. This regional price level remains well above historical summer norms due to refinery constraints and limited pipeline connectivity to lower-cost supply sources.
The Rocky Mountain region operates as PADD 4, a relatively isolated fuel market dependent primarily on refineries in Wyoming and Colorado with limited pipeline connections to other regions, restricting price competition from outside suppliers. Elevation-related fuel specifications required for high-altitude combustion efficiency add formulation costs compared to lower-elevation markets, and Wyoming's oil production volatility directly influences local refinery throughput and margins. State fuel taxes vary significantly across the region—Colorado's 22 cents per gallon combined with Wyoming's lower tax structure creates crossborder shopping pressure, while the region's summer ozone season sometimes requires cleaner-burning blends that increase production costs.
WTI crude at $88.58 per barrel and Brent at $96.12 represent firm market conditions that typically flow to Rocky Mountain pumps within 2 to 6 weeks, meaning current prices largely reflect crude costs from mid-July. The $7.54 spread between Brent and WTI suggests international supply tightness that indirectly pressures the region's refineries, even though they primarily process domestic crude. Watch for refinery maintenance schedules, which frequently occur in late summer and can quickly tighten local supply if multiple facilities reduce capacity simultaneously.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Fill up early in the week—typically Tuesday through Thursday—when competitive pressure among stations is highest before weekend driving spikes demand in the Rocky Mountains. Consider using GasBuddy or GetPumpRate to identify stations with loyalty programs or fuel rewards, as independent stations throughout the region often undercut major brands by 5 to 10 cents per gallon and may offer modest discounts for frequent customers.
Prices are likely to remain elevated through August as summer driving demand persists and the region's refinery constraints limit supply relief, though any decline in crude oil from current levels would eventually trickle to pumps within a month. Monitor Hurricane season developments in the Gulf of Mexico and refinery utilization rates in Wyoming and Colorado—both can significantly impact Rocky Mountain prices given the region's isolation from broader U.S. fuel markets.
Regular gasoline in Rocky Mountain (PADD 4) currently averages $4.139 per gallon, up $0.056 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.