District of Columbia Gas Prices
Weekly average gasoline price for District of Columbia — EIA retail survey data.
Current District of Columbia Gas Price
District of Columbia Average
$4.031/gal
Week ending Monday, September 7, 2026
EIA does not publish a direct weekly series for District of Columbia. Showing PADD 1 (East Coast) regional average.
vs last year: +$0.968 (+31.6%)
National average
$4.157
vs national
-$0.126
National rank
#36 of 51
Weekly retail gasoline survey data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) (eia.gov). Updated 9/14/2026, 1:09:37 AM ET. Not live pump prices — always check your local station for current prices.
12-Month Price Trend
+$1.015 (+33.7%) over 52 weeksDistrict of Columbia Gas Taxes
State gas tax
29¢/gal
With federal (18.4¢)
47.4¢/gal
vs. state average
-4.7¢
District of Columbia drivers pay about 29¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes, below the 33.7¢ average across the 50 states and D.C. Figures are approximate (as of 2025) and exclude local sales taxes; verify current rates with your state revenue department.
Other States
See the latest weekly average gasoline price for District of Columbia, updated from official EIA retail survey data. Compare District of Columbia's price to the national average, track a 12-month trend, and see how state fuel taxes factor in.
EIA updates weekly — not live pump prices. Where EIA does not publish a direct District of Columbia series, this page shows the best available regional average with a clear note. Always check local stations for current pump prices.
Current District of Columbia Gas Price
This page lists the latest weekly average retail price for regular gasoline in District of Columbia, along with the survey week ending date and the trend versus last week and last year.
District of Columbia Gas Taxes
Drivers in District of Columbia pay about 29¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes — roughly 47.4¢ once the 18.4¢ federal tax is included — which is 4.7¢ below the 33.7¢ average across the 50 states and D.C. (approximate, as of 2025).
District of Columbia vs. National Average
Comparing District of Columbia's price to the U.S. average shows whether local drivers pay more or less than the nation as a whole. State fuel taxes, regional refining capacity, and supply logistics are the main drivers of that 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.
Latest District of Columbia Energy News
- Oil prices rise after drone attacks shut down Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipelineThe Guardian — World•about 4 hours ago
- Iran live updates: Oil prices rise after strikes in Saudi Arabia, Strait of HormuzABC News•about 5 hours ago
- Diplomacy stumbles as meeting on Hormuz between Iran and Gulf states is postponed - timesofisrael.comGoogle News•about 7 hours ago
- Oil Jumps as Shutdown of Saudi Pipeline Deepens Energy Crisis - Bloomberg.comGoogle News•about 7 hours ago
- Protests break out across Syria over fuel price increasesAl Jazeera•about 7 hours ago
- Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan expect September Fed hike as inflation lingers - ReutersGoogle News•about 9 hours ago
- Trump Calls On Zelenskyy To Stop Attacks On Russian Diesel FacilitiesZeroHedge•about 9 hours ago
- Satellite images show extent of damage to major Saudi pipeline, amid global oil supply fears - The GuardianGoogle News•about 9 hours ago
- Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Attacks Continue and Diplomacy Stumbles - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comGoogle News•about 9 hours ago
- BRICS Steps Off The Dollar, With Iran Pressing HardestZeroHedge•about 11 hours ago
- U.S. military on high alert as Iran, allies target energy supplyCBS News•about 11 hours ago
- Trump visits Ireland amid skyrocketing energy pricesCBS News•about 11 hours ago
District of Columbia Gas Prices — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average gas price in District of Columbia?
- The EIA publishes a weekly average retail price for regular gasoline, typically each Monday for the prior week. This page lists the current District of Columbia weekly average with its survey date and 12-month trend. It is a survey average, not a live pump price.
- What is the gas tax in District of Columbia?
- District of Columbia levies about 29¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes, or roughly 47.4¢ per gallon including the 18.4¢ federal tax (approximate, as of 2025). Fuel taxes are one of the largest reasons prices differ between neighboring states.
- Are these live pump prices in District of Columbia?
- 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 District of Columbia?
- State fuel taxes, environmental regulations, distance from refineries, and regional supply all affect District of Columbia gasoline prices relative to other states.