The average price of gas in the United States stands at $4.096 per gallon this week, according to the latest data. Diesel, meanwhile, averages $5.313 per gallon, maintaining a spread of $1.217 over gasoline.
Drivers in California continue to face the highest gas prices in the nation, with an average of $5.489 per gallon. New York also ranks among the more expensive states, with prices at $4.138 per gallon. On the opposite end of the spectrum, Texas offers the cheapest gas in the country, with an average price of $3.644 per gallon. Florida follows closely, with prices at $3.921 per gallon.
The price differences across states highlight the regional variations in fuel costs, influenced by factors such as taxes, transportation costs, and regional supply and demand. These figures, sourced from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), provide a clear snapshot of the current fuel landscape in the United States.
