Gas Prices Today March 29: Check latest rates in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York
GAS Price News Today: National average gas prices saw a slight dip to $3.980 on March 29, 2026, despite ongoing high crude oil costs. Commuters are feeling the strain as fuel prices remain elevated. Significant regional disparities persist, with C...

The steady increase in crude oil prices is pushing retail fuel costs higher. However, on Sunday (March 29, 2026), the national average price for a gallon of regular petrol saw a slight increase and stood at $3.980, according to AAA. On Saturday (March 28, 2026), the national average price for a gallon of regular petrol was $3.976.
Fuel prices across the most populous US states are moving in noticeably different directions, offering a snapshot of how uneven the cost of driving has become nationwide. From the West Coast to the South and Northeast, drivers are facing a wide gap in what they pay at the pump, with some regions seeing significantly steeper costs than others.
The latest data highlights how location continues to play a major role in shaping everyday fuel expenses, even as broader market pressures remain in focus.
In March 2026, the White House announced the release of 172 million barrels of oil from its strategic reserves over four months. The decision, however, showed no immediate relief on the oil market as the price of a barrel of crude continues to remain high.
Here are the gas price averages (per gallon) for the top 5 US states by population (Sunday, March 29, 2026)
GAS Price Today in California
In California, the current price of regular fuel is $5.869, mid-grade $6.101, premium $6.292, and diesel $7.323, according to the AAA Fuel Prices website.
Gas Price Today in Texas
The AAA Fuel Prices data says that in Texas, the current price of regular fuel is $3.599, mid-grade $4.061, premium $4.437, and diesel $4.944 .
GAS Price Today in Florida
In Florida, regular fuel is priced at $3.955 per gallon, mid-grade at $4.398, premium at $4.731, and diesel at $5.603.
GAS Price Today in New York
In New York, regular fuel is priced at $3.929 per gallon, mid-grade at $4.417, premium at $4.807, and diesel at $5.740.
GAS Price Today in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, regular fuel is priced at $3.943 per gallon, mid-grade at $4.382, premium at $4.756, and diesel at $5.895.
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