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The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is up 3 cents from last week at $4.10, according to the latest data compiled by AAA.* This the highest ever been for August 20.
“This August is shaping up to be the highest on record. So far, the monthly average is $4.06, currently surpassing 2022 when the monthly average for August was $3.97. Even though gasoline demand is down, which is typical for this time of year, crude oil is pushing up the national average. Crude oil prices remain in the $80 per barrel range amid continued instability in the Strait of Hormuz,” AAA said.**
Gasoline Prices 20 August 2026
- Today’s National Average: $4.1044
- One Week Ago: $4.0715
- One Month Ago: $4.0032
- One Year Ago: $3.1337
The latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), show gasoline demand decreased last week from 8.96 million barrels per day to 8.68 million. Total domestic gasoline supply increased from 208.7 million barrels to 209.4 million. Gasoline production also increased last week, averaging 9.7 million barrels per day. At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, WTI rose 89 cents to settle at $85.83 a barrel. The EIA reports that crude oil inventories increased by 4.4 million barrels from the previous week. At 428.8 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are matching the five-year average for this time of year.
EV Charging
The national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stayed the same this past week at 42 cents.
State of the States
Gasoline
- The nation’s top 10 most expensive gasoline markets are California ($5.58), Hawaii ($5.42), Washington ($5.24), Alaska ($4.83), Nevada ($4.77), Oregon ($4.75), Idaho ($4.49), Colorado ($4.47), Arizona ($4.46), and Illinois ($4.39).
- The nation’s top 10 least expensive gasoline markets are Indiana ($3.56), Texas ($3.64), Tennessee ($3.66), Mississippi ($3.66), South Carolina ($3.68), Louisiana ($3.68), Kentucky ($3.70), Alabama ($3.74), North Carolina ($3.76), and Arkansas ($3.80).
Electricity
- The nation’s top 10 most expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are West Virginia (52 cents), Hawaii (51 cents), California (47 cents), Louisiana (47 cents), New Hampshire (47 cents), New Jersey (45 cents), Illinois (45 cents), Alaska (45 cents), Arkansas (45 cents), and North Dakota (44 cents).
- The nation’s top 10 least expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are Kansas (31 cents), Missouri (32 cents), Iowa (33 cents), Utah (34 cents), Maryland (34 cents), South Dakota (35 cents), Nebraska (36 cents), Vermont (36 cents), Minnesota (37 cents), and New Mexico (38 cents).
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**About AAA
Started in 1902 by automotive enthusiasts who wanted to chart a path for better roads in America and advocate for safe mobility, AAA has transformed into one of North America’s largest membership organizations. Today, AAA says “it delivers exceptional roadside assistance, helps travelers plan their dream vacations and adventures, offers exclusive member discounts and benefits, and provides trusted financial and insurance services – all to enhance the life journey of our 65+ million members across North America, including nearly 58 million in the United States. To learn more about all AAA offers or become a member, visit AAA.com. Drivers can find current gas and electric charging prices along their route using the AAA TripTik Travel planner.”
