Gas Prices in California
Weekly average for regular unleaded gasoline
Current Average
$4.65
per gallon
Change This Week
+$0.12
vs. National Average
+$1.46
National: $3.19
About Gas Prices in California
California usually has some of the highest gas prices in the country. The state's special fuel blend, higher taxes, and cap-and-trade costs all add up. Refinery schedules and capacity play a big role in week-to-week swings too.
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source
Weekly retail gasoline and diesel prices published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, a federal statistical agency within the U.S. Department of Energy.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
Data release: Sunday, March 1, 2026 · Updates weekly (typically monday)
Data reflects weekly averages as published by the EIA. Prices at individual stations may vary. GasAlert Now is not affiliated with the EIA or any government agency.