US Gas Prices Decrease By As Much As 15% — See Where Your State Stacks Up
- The average U.S. gas price on Feb. 10, 2026, was $2.92 per gallon — down 6.9% from $3.14 one year earlier.
- The highest average monthly gas price per gallon in 2025 was $3.17 in September and April, while the lowest was $2.89 in December. It further decreased to $2.81 in January 2026.
- The average gas price per gallon in 2025 was $3.10, down 6.3% from $3.30 in 2024 and 12.0% from $3.52 in 2023.
- The highest average gas prices are in California ($4.50 per gallon), Hawaii ($4.40) and Washington ($4.06).
- Oklahoma has the lowest average gas price ($2.34 per gallon), ahead of Arkansas ($2.46) and Mississippi ($2.47).
- Average gas prices increased between Feb. 10, 2025, and Feb. 10, 2026, in Alaska (3.2%) and Washington (0.3%), while Oregon saw the smallest decline (2.3%).
- Average gas prices decreased the most between Feb. 10, 2025, and Feb. 10, 2026, in Oklahoma (14.9%), North Dakota (14.1%) and Iowa (13.9%).
- By metro, average gas prices jumped the most in Juneau, Alaska (10.9%), Anchorage, Alaska (4.5%), and Clarkston, Wash. (3.2%).
- By metro, average gas prices decreased the most in Norfolk, Neb. (19.8%), Superior, Wis. (18.1%), and Mankato, Minn. (17.9%).
Average monthly gas prices are down $2.12 per gallon from their peak in June 2022, according to a LendingTree analysis.
Meanwhile, average daily gas prices are down 6.9% year over year as of Feb. 10. At the state level, prices decreased by as much as 14.9% in Oklahoma and increased by as much as 3.2% in Alaska.
We examined the largest fluctuations in gas prices between Feb. 10, 2025, and Feb. 10, 2026. Along with identifying which states and metros saw the biggest changes, we’ll explain how you can use credit card rewards to earn cash back at the pump.
Average gas prices decreased 6.9% nationwide — here’s how they fluctuated
On Feb. 10, 2026, the average U.S. gas price was $2.92 per gallon. That’s down 6.9% from $3.14 on Feb. 10, 2025. In December 2025, the national average dipped below $3.00 for the first time since May 2021.
The average gas price per gallon in 2025 was $3.10, down from $3.30 in 2024. In 2025, the average gas price was lowest in December at $2.89 per gallon and highest in September and April at $3.17. In January 2026, the price dropped further to $2.81 per gallon.
Average gas prices over past 12 months
| Month | Avg. price per gallon |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $2.81 |
| December 2025 | $2.89 |
| November 2025 | $3.05 |
| October 2025 | $3.06 |
| September 2025 | $3.17 |
| August 2025 | $3.13 |
| July 2025 | $3.13 |
| June 2025 | $3.15 |
| May 2025 | $3.15 |
| April 2025 | $3.17 |
| March 2025 | $3.10 |
| February 2025 | $3.12 |
It’s worth noting that gas prices have decreased in 2025 and 2026 compared to their 2022 highs. To put it into perspective, six of the 10 months with the highest average gas prices, dating back to 1992, occurred in 2022 — including the top five. Notably, the only other months where average gas prices reached over $4.00 a gallon were June and July 2008, when demand was high but global oil production was low.
Highest gas prices (historical)
| Rank | Month | Avg. price per gallon |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 2022 | $4.93 |
| 2 | July 2022 | $4.56 |
| 3 | May 2022 | $4.44 |
| 4 | March 2022 | $4.22 |
| 5 | April 2022 | $4.11 |
| 6 | July 2008 | $4.06 |
| 7 | June 2008 | $4.05 |
| 8 | August 2022 | $3.98 |
| 9 | May 2011 | $3.91 |
| 10 | April 2012 | $3.90 |
Still, 2022 wasn’t the worst year for gas prices. After adjusting for inflation, 2012 had the highest average gas price at $5.07 per gallon. Before adjusting for inflation, it was $3.62 per gallon.
Avg. gas prices dating to 1992
| Year | Avg. price per gallon | Avg. inflation-adjusted price per gallon |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3.10 | $3.10 |
| 2024 | $3.30 | $3.39 |
| 2023 | $3.52 | $3.72 |
| 2022 | $3.95 | $4.35 |
| 2021 | $3.01 | $3.57 |
| 2020 | $2.17 | $2.70 |
| 2019 | $2.60 | $3.28 |
| 2018 | $2.72 | $3.49 |
| 2017 | $2.42 | $3.17 |
| 2016 | $2.14 | $2.87 |
| 2015 | $2.43 | $3.30 |
| 2014 | $3.36 | $4.57 |
| 2013 | $3.51 | $4.84 |
| 2012 | $3.62 | $5.07 |
| 2011 | $3.52 | $5.04 |
| 2010 | $2.78 | $4.11 |
| 2009 | $2.35 | $3.53 |
| 2008 | $3.25 | $4.85 |
| 2007 | $2.80 | $4.34 |
| 2006 | $2.57 | $4.11 |
| 2005 | $2.27 | $3.74 |
| 2004 | $1.85 | $3.16 |
| 2003 | $1.56 | $2.73 |
| 2002 | $1.35 | $2.41 |
| 2001 | $1.42 | $2.58 |
| 2000 | $1.48 | $2.77 |
| 1999 | $1.14 | $2.20 |
| 1998 | $1.03 | $2.03 |
| 1997 | $1.20 | $2.41 |
| 1996 | $1.20 | $2.46 |
| 1995 | $1.11 | $2.35 |
| 1994 | $1.08 | $2.34 |
| 1993 | $1.07 | $2.38 |
| 1992 | $1.09 | $2.49 |
Average gas prices highest in California, lowest in Oklahoma
As of Feb. 10, 2026, the highest average gas price nationwide is in California ($4.50 per gallon). Hawaii ($4.40) and Washington ($4.06) follow.
States with highest average gas prices
| Rank | State | Avg. price per gallon |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $4.50 |
| 2 | Hawaii | $4.40 |
| 3 | Washington | $4.06 |
| 4 | Oregon | $3.58 |
| 5 | Nevada | $3.56 |
Conversely, Oklahoma has the lowest average gas price at $2.34 per gallon, followed by Arkansas ($2.46) and Mississippi ($2.47).
States with lowest average gas prices
| Rank | State | Avg. price per gallon |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oklahoma | $2.34 |
| 2 | Arkansas | $2.46 |
| 3 | Mississippi | $2.47 |
| 4 | Kansas | $2.48 |
| 5 | Louisiana | $2.50 |
Full rankings
Highest average gas prices (by state)
| Rank | State | Avg. price per gallon | % difference from avg. U.S. gas price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $4.50 | 54.1% |
| 2 | Hawaii | $4.40 | 50.6% |
| 3 | Washington | $4.06 | 39.0% |
| 4 | Oregon | $3.58 | 22.6% |
| 5 | Nevada | $3.56 | 21.9% |
| 6 | Alaska | $3.45 | 18.1% |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | $3.13 | 7.2% |
| 7 | Arizona | $3.13 | 7.2% |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $3.10 | 6.1% |
| 10 | Illinois | $3.01 | 3.0% |
| 11 | Vermont | $2.99 | 2.4% |
| 11 | New York | $2.99 | 2.4% |
| 13 | Maryland | $2.95 | 1.0% |
| 14 | Idaho | $2.94 | 0.7% |
| 15 | Michigan | $2.92 | 0.0% |
| 16 | Massachusetts | $2.91 | -0.4% |
| 16 | Florida | $2.91 | -0.4% |
| 18 | Maine | $2.90 | -0.7% |
| 18 | Connecticut | $2.90 | -0.7% |
| 20 | Delaware | $2.88 | -1.4% |
| 20 | New Jersey | $2.88 | -1.4% |
| 22 | Rhode Island | $2.87 | -1.7% |
| 23 | Ohio | $2.86 | -2.1% |
| 24 | Virginia | $2.84 | -2.8% |
| 24 | Colorado | $2.84 | -2.8% |
| 26 | West Virginia | $2.83 | -3.1% |
| 26 | New Hampshire | $2.83 | -3.1% |
| 28 | Utah | $2.78 | -4.8% |
| 29 | Indiana | $2.77 | -5.2% |
| 30 | Montana | $2.75 | -5.9% |
| 31 | New Mexico | $2.74 | -6.2% |
| 32 | North Carolina | $2.73 | -6.5% |
| 33 | Georgia | $2.69 | -7.9% |
| 33 | Wyoming | $2.69 | -7.9% |
| 35 | South Carolina | $2.64 | -9.6% |
| 36 | Minnesota | $2.63 | -10.0% |
| 37 | South Dakota | $2.62 | -10.3% |
| 38 | Nebraska | $2.60 | -11.0% |
| 39 | Alabama | $2.57 | -12.0% |
| 40 | North Dakota | $2.56 | -12.4% |
| 40 | Wisconsin | $2.56 | -12.4% |
| 40 | Iowa | $2.56 | -12.4% |
| 43 | Kentucky | $2.55 | -12.7% |
| 43 | Texas | $2.55 | -12.7% |
| 45 | Tennessee | $2.54 | -13.0% |
| 46 | Missouri | $2.51 | -14.1% |
| 47 | Louisiana | $2.50 | -14.4% |
| 48 | Kansas | $2.48 | -15.1% |
| 49 | Mississippi | $2.47 | -15.4% |
| 50 | Arkansas | $2.46 | -15.8% |
| 51 | Oklahoma | $2.34 | -19.9% |
Where average gas prices fell the most
It’s also worth noting which states saw the biggest year-over-year changes. Average gas prices rose in only two states between Feb. 10, 2025, and Feb. 10, 2026.
The average gas price increased in Alaska by 3.2% from $3.34 to $3.45 per gallon and in Washington by 0.3% from $4.04 to $4.06. Oregon had the smallest decrease at 2.3%, dropping from $3.67 to $3.58.
States with biggest increases/smallest decreases in average gas prices
| Rank | State | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2026 | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2025 | YoY % change | YoY $ change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $3.45 | $3.34 | 3.2% | $0.11 |
| 2 | Washington | $4.06 | $4.04 | 0.3% | $0.01 |
| 3 | Oregon | $3.58 | $3.67 | -2.3% | -$0.08 |
| 4 | California | $4.50 | $4.63 | -2.8% | -$0.13 |
| 5 | Hawaii | $4.40 | $4.55 | -3.2% | -$0.15 |
Meanwhile, average gas prices decreased the most in Oklahoma between Feb. 10, 2025, and Feb. 10, 2026. There, gas prices fell 14.9% from $2.75 to $2.34. North Dakota, where prices fell 14.1% from $2.98 to $2.56, and Iowa, where prices fell 13.9% from $2.97 to $2.56, followed.
States with biggest decreases in average gas prices
| Rank | State | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2026 | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2025 | YoY % change | YoY $ change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oklahoma | $2.34 | $2.75 | -14.9% | -$0.41 |
| 2 | North Dakota | $2.56 | $2.98 | -14.1% | -$0.42 |
| 3 | Iowa | $2.56 | $2.97 | -13.9% | -$0.41 |
| 4 | Minnesota | $2.63 | $3.02 | -12.9% | -$0.39 |
| 5 | Wisconsin | $2.56 | $2.92 | -12.5% | -$0.37 |
Full rankings
Changes in average gas prices (by state)
| Rank | State | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2026 | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2025 | YoY % change | YoY $ change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $3.45 | $3.34 | 3.2% | $0.11 |
| 2 | Washington | $4.06 | $4.04 | 0.3% | $0.01 |
| 3 | Oregon | $3.58 | $3.67 | -2.3% | -$0.08 |
| 4 | California | $4.50 | $4.63 | -2.8% | -$0.13 |
| 5 | Hawaii | $4.40 | $4.55 | -3.2% | -$0.15 |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $2.91 | $3.03 | -4.2% | -$0.13 |
| 7 | Rhode Island | $2.87 | $3.00 | -4.5% | -$0.14 |
| 8 | New Hampshire | $2.83 | $2.97 | -4.7% | -$0.14 |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $3.10 | $3.26 | -4.8% | -$0.16 |
| 9 | Vermont | $2.99 | $3.14 | -4.8% | -$0.15 |
| 11 | Arizona | $3.13 | $3.30 | -4.9% | -$0.16 |
| 12 | West Virginia | $2.83 | $2.99 | -5.1% | -$0.15 |
| 13 | New Jersey | $2.88 | $3.04 | -5.2% | -$0.16 |
| 14 | Maine | $2.90 | $3.07 | -5.5% | -$0.17 |
| 14 | Nevada | $3.56 | $3.77 | -5.5% | -$0.21 |
| 16 | Michigan | $2.92 | $3.09 | -5.7% | -$0.18 |
| 16 | New York | $2.99 | $3.18 | -5.7% | -$0.18 |
| 18 | Ohio | $2.86 | $3.03 | -5.8% | -$0.18 |
| 19 | Indiana | $2.77 | $2.94 | -5.9% | -$0.17 |
| 19 | North Carolina | $2.73 | $2.90 | -5.9% | -$0.17 |
| 19 | Texas | $2.55 | $2.71 | -5.9% | -$0.16 |
| 22 | Connecticut | $2.90 | $3.09 | -6.2% | -$0.19 |
| 23 | Delaware | $2.88 | $3.08 | -6.5% | -$0.20 |
| 24 | Virginia | $2.84 | $3.05 | -6.8% | -$0.21 |
| 24 | New Mexico | $2.74 | $2.93 | -6.8% | -$0.20 |
| 24 | Pennsylvania | $3.13 | $3.36 | -6.8% | -$0.23 |
| 24 | Colorado | $2.84 | $3.05 | -6.8% | -$0.21 |
| 28 | Mississippi | $2.47 | $2.67 | -7.4% | -$0.20 |
| 29 | South Carolina | $2.64 | $2.85 | -7.5% | -$0.22 |
| 30 | Maryland | $2.95 | $3.19 | -7.6% | -$0.24 |
| 31 | Illinois | $3.01 | $3.26 | -7.7% | -$0.25 |
| 32 | Idaho | $2.94 | $3.19 | -7.9% | -$0.25 |
| 33 | Tennessee | $2.54 | $2.77 | -8.0% | -$0.22 |
| 33 | Florida | $2.91 | $3.16 | -8.0% | -$0.25 |
| 35 | Alabama | $2.57 | $2.81 | -8.5% | -$0.24 |
| 36 | Utah | $2.78 | $3.05 | -8.7% | -$0.26 |
| 37 | Georgia | $2.69 | $2.95 | -8.8% | -$0.26 |
| 38 | Montana | $2.75 | $3.02 | -9.1% | -$0.27 |
| 39 | Kentucky | $2.55 | $2.82 | -9.3% | -$0.26 |
| 40 | Louisiana | $2.50 | $2.76 | -9.4% | -$0.26 |
| 41 | Wyoming | $2.69 | $2.98 | -9.9% | -$0.29 |
| 42 | Nebraska | $2.60 | $2.93 | -11.1% | -$0.33 |
| 43 | South Dakota | $2.62 | $2.96 | -11.3% | -$0.34 |
| 44 | Missouri | $2.51 | $2.84 | -11.8% | -$0.34 |
| 45 | Arkansas | $2.46 | $2.80 | -12.2% | -$0.34 |
| 46 | Kansas | $2.48 | $2.83 | -12.3% | -$0.35 |
| 47 | Wisconsin | $2.56 | $2.92 | -12.5% | -$0.37 |
| 48 | Minnesota | $2.63 | $3.02 | -12.9% | -$0.39 |
| 49 | Iowa | $2.56 | $2.97 | -13.9% | -$0.41 |
| 50 | North Dakota | $2.56 | $2.98 | -14.1% | -$0.42 |
| 51 | Oklahoma | $2.34 | $2.75 | -14.9% | -$0.41 |
Biggest metro increases in Alaska and Washington
Metros (as designated by AAA) in Alaska and Washington saw the largest average gas price increases. In fact, of the 10 metros with the highest gas price increases, two are in Alaska and four are in Washington.
Juneau, Alaska, saw the largest increase, with gas prices rising by 10.9% from $3.27 to $3.63. This was followed by Anchorage, Alaska, where prices increased 4.5%, from $3.32 to $3.47, and Clarkston, Wash., with a 3.2% increase from $3.42 to $3.53.
Metros with biggest increases in average gas prices
| Rank | Metro | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2026 | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2025 | YoY % change | YoY $ change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Juneau, AK | $3.63 | $3.27 | 10.9% | $0.36 |
| 2 | Anchorage, AK | $3.47 | $3.32 | 4.5% | $0.15 |
| 3 | Clarkston, WA | $3.53 | $3.42 | 3.2% | $0.11 |
| 4 | Dayton, OH | $2.85 | $2.79 | 2.0% | $0.06 |
| 5 | Columbus, IN | $2.89 | $2.84 | 1.9% | $0.05 |
| 6 | Abilene, TX | $2.64 | $2.60 | 1.6% | $0.04 |
| 7 | Reno, NV | $3.98 | $3.92 | 1.5% | $0.06 |
| 7 | Richland-Kennewick-Pasco, WA | $3.77 | $3.72 | 1.5% | $0.05 |
| 7 | Spokane, WA | $3.68 | $3.63 | 1.5% | $0.05 |
| 10 | Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA | $4.27 | $4.25 | 0.5% | $0.02 |
Meanwhile, average gas prices decreased the most in Norfolk, Neb., falling by 19.8% from $2.88 to $2.31. Rounding out the top three are Superior, Wis., where prices decreased by 18.1% from $3.05 to $2.50, and Mankato, Minn., where prices dropped by 17.9% from $3.11 to $2.55.
Metros with biggest decreases in average gas prices
| Rank | Metro | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2026 | Avg. gas price, Feb. 10, 2025 | YoY % change | YoY $ change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norfolk, NE | $2.31 | $2.88 | -19.8% | -$0.57 |
| 2 | Superior, WI | $2.50 | $3.05 | -18.1% | -$0.55 |
| 3 | Mankato, MN | $2.55 | $3.11 | -17.9% | -$0.56 |
| 4 | Sioux City (IA only), IA | $2.47 | $3.00 | -17.7% | -$0.53 |
| 5 | Moorhead, MN | $2.49 | $3.02 | -17.6% | -$0.53 |
| 6 | Grand Forks (ND only), ND | $2.43 | $2.94 | -17.4% | -$0.51 |
| 7 | Traverse City, MI | $2.52 | $3.04 | -17.0% | -$0.52 |
| 8 | Lawton, OK | $2.25 | $2.71 | -16.9% | -$0.46 |
| 9 | Fargo-Moorhead (ND only), ND | $2.46 | $2.95 | -16.6% | -$0.49 |
| 10 | Columbus, NE | $2.51 | $3.01 | -16.5% | -$0.50 |
Utilizing credit cards for cash back at the gas station: Expert tips
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts gas prices to be $2.91 per gallon in 2026 and $2.93 per gallon in 2027.
LendingTree chief consumer finance analyst Matt Schulz says drivers can take a few steps to save on gas at the pump. First, he recommends shopping around.
“It doesn’t make sense to drive across town to save 3 cents a gallon, but gas prices can vary quite a bit even in a small area,” he says. “Driving an extra few blocks for a lower gas price can add up over a year, especially for drivers who fill up frequently.”
Next, Schulz advises leveraging credit cards with the best gas station rewards.
“Whether you’re loyal to one specific gas station chain or just looking to save on gas prices no matter where you fill up, plenty of credit cards can help you,” he says. “Just know that gas station-specific cards tend to have higher-than-average APRs, so make sure you pay them off in full every month if you’re going to use them. Otherwise, the amount you save on gas can quickly be outweighed by how much you accrue in interest.”
Methodology
LendingTree researchers analyzed AAA data on average regular gas prices in states and metros. Prices are as of Feb. 10, 2026, and are compared to those on Feb. 10, 2025.
U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) data was used to calculate average historical prices of regular gas per gallon.