US gas prices near $5: These 10 states still offer the cheapest fuel for drivers

Gas prices in the US are going up and getting close to $5 per gallon on May 5. Right now, only nine states have gas prices at $4 or less, which shows fuel is very expensive in most places, according to a USA Today report.

The average gas price in the country is now $4.48 per gallon on May 5. It was $4.17 just one week before on April 28, as per AAA. Experts say prices may stay high because of problems around the world, like tensions between the US and Iran that affect oil supply.

Patrick De Haan from GasBuddy said some people in the Midwest may get a little relief for a short time. But overall, gas prices may stay high if global tensions continue. He also said states like Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, and Wisconsin could see small price drops for a week or more. Some parts of Canada, like Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Alberta, may also see slight drops, as reported by USA Today.


Now, here are the 10 US states with the cheapest gas prices as of May 5, as noted by USA Today:

Oklahoma

Oklahoma has the lowest gas price in the country at $3.89 per gallon on May 5. This is still a big jump from $3.57 last week on April 28, showing prices are rising even in the cheapest state, as per the report by USA Today.

Georgia

Georgia has an average gas price of $3.91 per gallon, up from $3.65 a week earlier. Even though prices are rising, it remains one of the most affordable states for fuel.

Mississippi

Mississippi reports gas prices at $3.92 per gallon on May 5, increasing from $3.71 on April 28. It stays in the low-price group but continues to see steady increases.

Louisiana

Louisiana’s average gas price is $3.92 per gallon, slightly up from $3.73 last week. The state remains among the cheapest, but the upward trend is clear.

Arkansas

Arkansas has gas priced at $3.95 per gallon on May 5, rising from $3.68 a week ago. The increase shows stronger pressure on fuel costs compared to nearby.

Nebraska

Nebraska’s gas price stands at $3.97 per gallon, up from around $3.88 last week. It remains below $4.00 but is steadily increasing, as noted by USA Today.

Texas

Texas reports an average gas price of $3.98 per gallon, rising from $3.72 on April 28. Despite the increase, it continues to stay cheaper than the national average.

Kansas

Kansas has gas priced at $3.98 per gallon on May 5, up sharply from $3.63 the previous week, according to AAA data. This is one of the largest weekly increases among the top 10 states.

Alabama

Alabama shows an average gas price of $4.00 per gallon, increasing from $3.79 last week. It is just touching the $4 level but still remains among the cheapest states, as per USA Today.

Missouri

Missouri completes the list with gas at $4.04 per gallon, up from $3.72 on April 28. It is the highest-priced state in this “cheapest gas” group but still lower than the national average.

FAQs

Q1. Which state has the cheapest gas in the US right now?

Oklahoma has the lowest gas prices in the country compared to all other states.

Q2. Why are gas prices going up in the US?

Gas prices are rising due to global oil supply pressure and ongoing international tensions affecting fuel markets.