California Gas Prices
Weekly average gasoline price for California — EIA retail survey data.
Current California Gas Price
California Average
$5.554/gal
Week ending Monday, June 15, 2026
vs last year: +$1.127 (+25.5%)
National average
$4.052
vs national
+$1.502
National rank
#51 of 51
Weekly retail gasoline survey data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) (eia.gov). Updated 6/19/2026, 6:49:11 PM ET. Not live pump prices — always check your local station for current prices.
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See the latest weekly average gasoline price for California, updated from official EIA retail survey data. Compare California's price to the national average and track week-over-week and year-over-year trends.
EIA updates weekly — not live pump prices. Where EIA does not publish a direct California series, this page shows the best available regional average with a clear note. Always check local stations for current pump prices.
Current California Gas Price
The latest weekly average retail price for regular gasoline in California is shown above, along with the survey week ending date and trend vs. last week and last year.
California vs. National Average
Compare California's price to the U.S. average to see whether drivers in California pay more or less than the nation as a whole. State fuel taxes and regional supply factors are the main drivers of the gap.
Why Do Gas Prices Move?
Gasoline prices follow crude oil markets, refinery output, seasonal demand, and state taxes. Geopolitical events, hurricanes affecting Gulf Coast refineries, and OPEC production decisions can move prices sharply within weeks.
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California Gas Prices — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average gas price in California?
- The latest weekly EIA average for regular gasoline in California is displayed at the top of this page with the survey date.
- Are these live pump prices in California?
- No. These are EIA weekly survey averages, not real-time prices at individual gas stations. Check local stations for current pump prices.
- Why is gas expensive in California?
- State fuel taxes, environmental regulations, distance from refineries, and regional supply all affect California gasoline prices relative to other states.