Gas prices in the USA today
Official weekly average retail prices from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of 2026-07-20. All prices per gallon, including taxes.
- Current price $4.00/gal is 3.5% above the 4-week average
- Sits at 71% of the 52-week range ($2.78–$4.50/gal)
Gas price heat map · all 51 states
USD per gallon. Colour follows the cheap→expensive scale — click any state. Source: AAA — Daily State Gas Price Averages, 2026-07-25.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average gas price in the US today?
The US average for regular gasoline is $4.00 per gallon for the week of 2026-07-20 (official U.S. EIA data). Midgrade averages $4.58 and premium $4.96.
How much is diesel in the US?
On-highway diesel averages $5.13 per gallon this week nationwide.
Which state has the most expensive gas?
Across all 50 states and DC (AAA, 2026-07-25), California has the most expensive regular gas at $5.59/gal, while Indiana is the cheapest at $3.53/gal. Among the large states the EIA tracks weekly, California is typically the most expensive on the mainland.
Did gas prices go up or down this week?
The US average for regular rose 3.8% versus last week.