economy

March 11, 2026

Gas prices: 64 cents higher than a month ago, and no state averages under $3 per gallon

The national average price for regular gas continues to soar, reaching $3.578 per gallon on Wednesday morning. The price point marks a 64-cent-per-gallon increase compared to a month ago, according to AAA.

Gas prices: 64 cents higher than a month ago, and no state averages under $3 per gallon

TL;DR

  • The national average price for regular gas is $3.578 per gallon.
  • This is a 64-cent increase compared to one month ago.
  • The rise is the largest single monthly increase since February-March 2022.
  • Prices are nearly 50 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.
  • The military conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is cited as the cause for the surge.
  • Oil prices spiked to nearly $120 per barrel early Monday before dropping.
  • Current crude oil prices are $87.20 per barrel, and Brent Crude is $91.38 per barrel.
  • Fuel costs were an anomaly during President Donald Trump's terms, with generally affordable prices compared to the Biden administration.

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