Ono longer being as high as they were during the summer months, gasoline prices across the the United States of America are still well above their pre-pandemic sums. In fact, gas prices this winter are estimated to be about 28% higher according to reports from the Energy Information Administration (EIA).
One of the main reasons for the rising prices is the ongoing war in Ukraine, with several Western economies, including the United States, imposing sanctions on Russian oil imports.
With the Federal Reserve forced to raise interest rates in recent months, the prices of several commodities, including gasoline, have fallen significantly from their June highs. However, compared to a year ago, Americans are still paying significantly more for this basic necessity.
Which state has the highest gas prices?
As has been the case recently, the state of Hawaii continues to be the state with the highest average gasoline prices. A gallon of gasoline in Aloha State currently costs an average of $5,173.
Which state has the lowest gas prices?
The southern United States still has some of the cheapest gas prices in the country, with Texas leading the way. The average gas price in the Lone Star State is currently $2,761. Other states like Georgia, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi aren’t too far behind.
Where are the cheapest gas stations in the United States?
Here is a list of the cheapest gas stations in the 10 most populous cities in the United States:
- New York, New York ($3.19): Exxon, 150-65 Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone, NY
- Los Angeles, CA ($3.79): Walmart, 2770 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA
- Chicago, IL ($3.20): Sam’s Club, 2601 S Cicero Ave, Cicero, IL
- Houston, TX ($2.29): Valero, 7644 Gessner Dr, Houston, TX
- Phoenix, Arizona ($3.29): Shell & Circle K, 1146 N 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ
- Philadelphia, PA ($3.17): J&J Bustleton, 7951 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA
- San Antonio, TX ($2.37): Sam’s Club, 3150 SW Military Dr, San Antonio, TX
- San Diego, CA ($3.99): MCX Marine Mart, 8650 Boyington Rd, San Diego, CA
- Dallas, TX ($2.43): Sam’s Club, 2900 W Wheatland Rd, Dallas, TX
- San Jose, CA ($3.99): Diamond Gas & Mart, 1620 Story Rd, San Jose, CA