Gas prices today May 19: Check daily average rates in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Washington, Hawaii, Oklahoma and more

The latest data from American Automobile Association (AAA) shows the US national average price for regular gasoline at $4.533 per gallon as of May 19, 2026. After a brief dip earlier in the week, prices have edged up again, indicating that the recent pause in upward movement has been short-lived for drivers across much of the country.

While day-to-day changes may seem modest, fuel costs remain well above what many regions experienced earlier this spring. Clear regional differences continue to shape the market, with West Coast and non-contiguous states posting the highest prices, while parts of the South and Midwest remain comparatively affordable for drivers.

Gas price today in California

California remains the most expensive gasoline market in the United States. As of May 19:

• Regular gasoline: $6.146 per gallon
  
• Mid-grade: $6.380
  
• Premium: $6.569
  
• Diesel: $7.415
  

Gas price today in Texas

Texas continues to be among the most affordable large states for fuel. Current averages in the Lone Star State:

• Regular gasoline: $3.994
  
• Mid-grade: $4.456
  
• Premium: $4.824
  
• Diesel: $5.013
  

Gas price today in Florida

Florida’s fuel prices sit below the national average, offering some relief for drivers:

• Regular gasoline: $4.430
  
• Mid-grade: $4.900
  
• Premium: $5.232
  
• Diesel: $5.383
  

Gas price today in New York

New York drivers are paying more than the national average. Fuel averages in the Empire State are:

• Regular gasoline: $4.611
  
• Mid-grade: $5.096
  
• Premium: $5.497
  
• Diesel: $5.940
  

Gas price today in Washington

Washington remains one of the costliest fuel markets outside California. As of May 19:

• Regular gasoline: $5.785
  
• Mid-grade: $6.033
  
• Premium: $6.294
  
• Diesel: $6.776
  

Gas price today in Hawaii

Hawaii’s geographic isolation keeps it among the highest-priced markets nationwide:

• Regular gasoline: $5.649
  
• Mid-grade: $5.910
  
• Premium: $6.157
  
• Diesel: $7.149
  

Gas price today in Oklahoma

Oklahoma stands out as one of the most affordable states for drivers:

• Regular gasoline: $4.049
  
• Mid-grade: $4.451
  
• Premium: $4.751
  
• Diesel: $5.060
  

Broader trends shaping fuel costs

AAA’s state data demonstrates that West Coast, Pacific and non-contiguous states consistently report the highest pumps prices, while Southern and Midwestern states tend to remain more affordable. For example:

• Georgia: Regular $3.999
  
• Mississippi: Regular $3.998
  
• Louisiana: Regular $4.026
  

In contrast, alongside California and Washington, places like Nevada ($5.252) and Oregon ($5.343) are seeing sustained high pump prices.