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15 August 2026

Gas prices hold steady at $4.305 per gallon nationwide

Gas prices in the United States are steady at $4.305 per gallon this week, with diesel at $5.35. See how your state compares.

The average price of gas in the United States is $4.305 per gallon this week, according to the latest data. Diesel prices are holding at $5.35 per gallon, maintaining a spread of $1.045 between the two fuels.

Prices have remained unchanged from last week, with no movement reported for either gas or diesel.

Across the country, gas prices show significant variation. California tops the list as the most expensive state for gas, with prices at $5.853 per gallon, followed by New York at $4.385. On the lower end, Texas offers the cheapest gas at $3.752 per gallon, with Florida close behind at $3.940.

These figures are based on data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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