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Gas Prices Dip: Will Savings Last?
10 May
Summary
- US national average gas price reached $4.522 per gallon on May 10, 2026.
- California leads with the highest average gas price at $6.154 per gallon.
- Oklahoma offers the lowest average gas price at $3.958 per gallon.
As of May 10, 2026, the national average price for regular gasoline in the U.S. saw a minor decrease, settling at $4.522 per gallon. This slight dip follows a period of increasing fuel costs and suggests a potential pause in the recent upward trend. The average price on May 9 was $4.546 per gallon.
Significant price variations persist across states due to differing tax rates, refining capacities, environmental regulations, and transportation logistics. California exhibits the highest average prices, with regular gasoline costing $6.154 per gallon. In stark contrast, Oklahoma offers the lowest average price at $3.958 per gallon for regular gasoline.
Other notable state averages include New York at $4.585, Florida at $4.427, and Washington at $5.763 per gallon for regular gasoline. Texas remains relatively affordable at $4.045 per gallon. Hawaii also experiences high prices, averaging $5.654 per gallon, largely due to its isolated location and reliance on sea-delivered fuel.
