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New York City gas prices this week and price history
New York City prices are usually a little above the national average.
Last 3 years: New York City vs U.S. average
Regular gasoline, all formulations, retail price including taxes, U.S. dollars per gallon. Hover or tap the chart for weekly values.
All fuel grades this week
| Fuel | This week | Last week | Year ago | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | $4.314 | $4.340 | $2.980 | $4.331 |
| Midgrade | $4.886 | $4.919 | $3.557 | $4.957 |
| Premium | $5.210 | $5.245 | $3.866 | $5.366 |
EIA does not publish a weekly diesel price for this area.
Price records
- Highest weekly average since 2000: $4.983 (week of Jun 13, 2022).
- Lowest weekly average in the last 3 years: $2.720 (week of Jan 26, 2026).
- 2026 so far: average $3.799, range $2.720 – $4.507.
Average gas price by year in New York City
| Year | Average | Low | High | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (so far) | $3.799 | $2.720 | $4.507 | +$0.817 |
| 2025 | $2.983 | $2.806 | $3.112 | −$0.230 |
| 2024 | $3.212 | $2.904 | $3.609 | −$0.235 |
| 2023 | $3.447 | $3.125 | $3.767 | −$0.493 |
| 2022 | $3.939 | $3.159 | $4.983 | +$0.929 |
| 2021 | $3.011 | $2.265 | $3.441 | +$0.828 |
| 2020 | $2.183 | $1.960 | $2.598 | −$0.434 |
| 2019 | $2.617 | $2.323 | $2.927 | −$0.147 |
| 2018 | $2.764 | $2.409 | $3.013 | +$0.295 |
| 2017 | $2.469 | $2.327 | $2.803 | +$0.347 |
| 2016 | $2.122 | $1.721 | $2.411 | −$0.273 |
| 2015 | $2.395 | $2.030 | $2.800 | −$1.044 |
| 2014 | $3.439 | $2.537 | $3.796 | −$0.156 |
| 2013 | $3.595 | $3.318 | $3.819 | −$0.126 |
| 2012 | $3.720 | $3.366 | $3.990 | +$0.112 |
| 2011 | $3.608 | $3.158 | $4.069 | +$0.799 |
| 2010 | $2.810 | $2.645 | $3.146 | +$0.444 |
| 2009 | $2.365 | $1.637 | $2.714 | −$0.893 |
| 2008 | $3.258 | $1.649 | $4.179 | +$0.470 |
| 2007 | $2.789 | $2.185 | $3.136 | +$0.158 |
| 2006 | $2.631 | $2.158 | $3.127 | +$0.331 |
| 2005 | $2.300 | $1.851 | $3.276 | +$0.396 |
| 2004 | $1.904 | $1.578 | $2.134 | +$0.273 |
| 2003 | $1.631 | $1.491 | $1.837 | +$0.225 |
| 2002 | $1.406 | $1.143 | $1.542 | −$0.099 |
| 2001 | $1.504 | $1.131 | $1.797 | −$0.127 |
| 2000 | $1.631 | $1.545 | $1.711 | – |
FAQ
What is the average gas price in New York City this week?
The latest EIA weekly average for regular gasoline in New York City is $4.314 per gallon (week of Oct 12, 2026).
What was the highest gas price in New York City?
The highest weekly average since 2000 was $4.983 per gallon in the week of Jun 13, 2022.
Is gas in New York City more expensive than the U.S. average?
This week regular gas in New York City is 0.4 % below the U.S. average of $4.331.
How much has the gas price in New York City changed in a year?
A year ago the average was $2.980; the price has risen by $1.334 per gallon.
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Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), Weekly Retail Gasoline and Diesel Prices. Prices are averages of retail outlets surveyed every Monday, not prices at individual stations.