Petrol
USD 3.45 / gallon
$0.91 per litre
Gas Price in USA Today — Petrol & Diesel Rates per Gallon
Live petrol and diesel reference rates in USD, with Brent crude comparison, 30-day trend, and pricing policy context for United States.
Diesel
USD 3.96 / gallon
$1.04 per litre
Live Update
weekly
Source cycle: EIA + state retail markets
Fuel Product Prices
Quick reference for barrel, petrol, diesel, kerosene oil, and LPG Prices.
Crude Oil Barrel
$110.10 / barrel
Global benchmark
Petrol
USD 3.45 / gallon
$0.91 per litre
Diesel
USD 3.96 / gallon
$1.04 per litre
Kerosene Oil
Regional benchmark
Varies by distributor
LPG
Supplier benchmark
Cylinder rates vary
Fuel Update Cycle
weekly
EIA + state retail markets
Brent Crude Context
Brent crude is currently $110.10 per barrel ($0.69 per litre reference), updated Apr 6, 2026, 6:23 PM.
United States vs Brent
Premium: $0.22/L
Local taxes, subsidy policy, and distribution costs drive this spread.
Weekly move
+0.91%
Last 7 days: $0.90 → $0.91
30-Day Fuel Snapshot
Quick movement table for United States based on the latest benchmark cycle.
| Window | Petrol (USD/L) | Diesel (USD/L) |
|---|---|---|
| 30d ago | $0.87 | $1.00 |
| 21d ago | $0.88 | $1.02 |
| 14d ago | $0.89 | $1.03 |
| 7d ago | $0.90 | $1.03 |
| Today | $0.91 | $1.04 |
Monthly Fuel Cost Calculator
Estimate monthly travel cost from daily distance, efficiency, and latest reference fuel price.
Estimated monthly cost
$113.75
125 litres × $0.91 per litre
Calculator uses USD-per-litre reference for cross-country planning.
USA State Comparison & Fuel Grades
U.S. fuel is sold in gallons. For quick conversion: 1 gallon = 3.785 litres. Current reference is about $3.44/gal petrol and $3.94/gal diesel.
| State | Gas price | Context |
|---|---|---|
| California | $4.85/gal | Highest major-state baseline |
| Texas | $2.89/gal | Lower tax profile and refining network |
| New York | $3.65/gal | Higher tax and operating costs |
| Florida | $3.12/gal | Strong station competition in large metros |
| National average | $3.45/gal | EIA reference benchmark |
| Fuel grade | Reference price | Common use |
|---|---|---|
| Regular (87) | $3.45/gal | Most passenger vehicles |
| Mid-grade (89) | $3.75/gal | Engines needing higher octane |
| Premium (91-93) | $4.05/gal | Turbo and high-compression engines |
| Diesel | $3.96/gal | Freight, pickups, and heavy vehicles |
Nearby Country Comparison
Compare United States with nearby markets to see tax, subsidy, and policy-driven price differences.
| Country | Petrol (USD/L) | Diesel (USD/L) | Open page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇦 Canada | $1.42 | $1.25 | Canada Petrol Prices |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | $1.55 | $1.59 | Mexico Petrol Prices |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | $0.92 | $0.88 | Brazil Petrol Prices |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | $1.97 | $1.85 | United Kingdom Petrol Prices |
Why fuel prices change in United States
Fuel prices in United States move with global Brent and WTI benchmarks, but local policy determines how quickly global changes pass through to pump rates.
US averages are typically released weekly, but state-level pump prices can move every day. Because fuel is part of transport and logistics cost, retail inflation often follows large petrol or diesel moves.
Current model: State-driven free market. Authority: EIA + state retail markets. This is why neighboring countries can post very different prices even on the same day.
FAQs
What state has the cheapest gas price in the USA right now?
Texas and a few Gulf states usually stay near the low end among major U.S. markets. In this snapshot Texas is around $2.89/gal versus the U.S. average near $3.45/gal.
Why is California gas usually more expensive than other states?
California carries higher tax components, stricter fuel blend requirements, and tighter refinery balance, which together keep pump prices above the national average.
How does U.S. gas price compare with Europe?
U.S. fuel is typically cheaper than western Europe because European pump prices include heavier fuel-duty and VAT structures on top of crude-linked cost.
What is regular vs premium gas in the U.S.?
Regular is usually 87 octane, mid-grade is 89, and premium is 91–93. Most cars run on regular unless the manufacturer requires premium octane.
Why did U.S. gas prices rise in 2026?
The 2026 move mainly followed higher crude benchmarks, seasonal refinery maintenance, and regional inventory pressure. State-level taxes then widened the final spread.
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