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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ↓ | Texasyou | $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 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 Texas is averaging $3.662 per gallon as of Saturday, May 2, 2026, up $0.075 from the previous week. This week's increase reflects broader crude oil strength, with WTI trading at $95.43 per barrel. Texas typically sees seasonal price climbs in late spring as refineries shift to summer fuel blends and driving season picks up.
At the current price, filling a typical 15-gallon tank costs about $54.93, roughly $1.13 more than last week. Texas gas prices remain below the national average, benefiting from the state's abundant refining capacity and proximity to Gulf Coast oil infrastructure. The spread between regular and premium is $0.811 per gallon, with midgrade sitting at $4.147 per gallon.
Texas gas prices are shaped by its position as the nation's refining hub, with multiple large refineries along the Gulf Coast and inland that efficiently process both domestic and imported crude. State fuel tax is the fourth-lowest in the nation at 20 cents per gallon, keeping pump prices competitive compared to coastal states. Summer blend requirements and increased seasonal demand from Memorial Day weekend travel typically push prices higher in early May, and pipeline constraints during maintenance season can occasionally tighten supply.
WTI crude at $95.43 and Brent at $109.62 suggest steady upward pressure on pump prices over the next two to six weeks. Texas refineries predominantly use domestic WTI crude, so the $95.43 barrel price is particularly relevant to local supply costs. The $14.19 spread between Brent and WTI reflects typical international crude differentials that can affect import-dependent refineries, though Texas's large domestic production helps buffer price swings.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Monitor gas prices on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, when Texas stations typically offer the lowest weekly prices before Friday-Sunday demand spikes. Use GetPumpRate's station locator to find independent stations, which often undercut major brands by 5 to 10 cents per gallon across the state.
Prices may continue edging upward through May as summer blend implementation and holiday travel demand remain elevated. Watch crude oil futures and any Gulf Coast refinery maintenance announcements, as unexpected outages can quickly spike local prices given Texas's critical role in national supply.
Regular gasoline in Texas currently averages $3.877 per gallon, up $0.215 from last week. Prices are sourced weekly from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reflect averages across retail stations in the region.