West Virginia diesel prices today
West Virginia diesel prices todayDiesel averages $6.44 a gallon in West Virginia on 2 October 2026 — the 18th most expensive of 51 states, and down $0.06 on the week.
West Virginia against the other states
$0.08 a gallon above the unweighted mean of AAA's 51 state averages ($6.36). The cheapest diesel is in Texas at $5.79, the dearest in California at $8.38.
Regular gas in West Virginia is $4.32, so diesel costs $2.12 more per gallon — and more than premium at $5.21.
Tax on a gallon of diesel
$0.24 federal + $0.36 West Virginia · 19th highest of 51. The rest — about $5.84 — is the fuel itself, refining, distribution and the retailer’s margin.
Rates as of 1 January 2026. Local taxes, where they apply, are not included.
Diesel prices by city in West Virginia
AAA's diesel averages for 11 West Virginia metro areas, cheapest first — $0.39 a gallon between the two ends.
| Metro area | Diesel | vs state |
|---|---|---|
| Morgantown | $6.22 | −$0.23 |
| Mineral County | $6.25 | −$0.19 |
| Eastern Panhandle (DC Metro) | $6.32 | −$0.13 |
| Wheeling | $6.33 | −$0.12 |
| Jefferson County | $6.46 | +$0.02 |
| Charleston | $6.47 | +$0.03 |
| Hampshire County | $6.50 | +$0.06 |
| Huntington | $6.52 | +$0.08 |
| Weirton | $6.53 | +$0.09 |
| Beckley | $6.55 | +$0.11 |
| Parkersburg | $6.61 | +$0.17 |
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What a diesel fill-up costs in West Virginia
- Diesel car or SUV — 18 gal$115.94
- Heavy-duty pickup — 34 gal$218.99
- Box truck — 60 gal$386.46
- Semi truck, two tanks — 250 gal$1,610.25
Diesel in neighbouring states
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Frequently asked questions
How much is diesel in West Virginia today?
$6.44 a gallon, AAA's West Virginia average for 2 October 2026 — the 18th most expensive of 51 states. Regular gasoline is $4.32, so diesel costs $2.12 more per gallon.
Are diesel prices going up in West Virginia?
Diesel is down $0.06 (0.9%) on a week ago, and up $2.84 on a year ago, when it was $3.61, on AAA's own earlier averages.
Where is diesel cheapest in West Virginia?
Of the 11 metro areas AAA reports in West Virginia, Morgantown has the cheapest diesel at $6.22 a gallon and Parkersburg the dearest at $6.61. Individual stations vary around these averages.
How much is the diesel tax in West Virginia?
$0.60 a gallon: $0.24 federal plus $0.36 in West Virginia state taxes and fees, the 19th highest of 51. The state average is $0.36. Rates as of 1 January 2026.
Is diesel cheaper in a neighbouring state?
Yes — Kentucky ($6.23, $0.21 less), Virginia ($6.29, $0.15 less), Maryland ($6.43, $0.01 less). On a 100-gallon fill that is up to $21.00; whether it is worth the drive depends on how far the border is.