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New Jersey Gas Prices

Weekly average gasoline price for New Jersey — EIA retail survey data.

Current New Jersey Gas Price

New Jersey Average

$4.031/gal

Week ending Monday, September 7, 2026

EIA does not publish a direct weekly series for New Jersey. Showing PADD 1 (East Coast) regional average.

+$0.094 (+2.4%) vs last week

vs last year: +$0.968 (+31.6%)

National average

$4.157

vs national

-$0.126

National rank

#28 of 51

Weekly retail gasoline survey data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) (eia.gov). Updated 9/10/2026, 1:03:49 AM ET. Not live pump prices — always check your local station for current prices.

12-Month Price Trend

+$1.015 (+33.7%) over 52 weeks
Sep 25: $3.016Low $2.741 · High $4.336Sep 26: $4.031

New Jersey Gas Taxes

State gas tax

42¢/gal

With federal (18.4¢)

60.4¢/gal

vs. state average

+8.3¢

New Jersey drivers pay about 42¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes, above 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.

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See the latest weekly average gasoline price in New Jersey, how it compares with the national average, and what has been moving prices. New Jersey prices sit in the Northeast band — typically above the national average, with strong competition along the Turnpike corridor.

Track New Jersey's latest weekly average, how it compares with New York and Pennsylvania, and approximate fuel-tax context for drivers.

Current New Jersey Gas Price

This page shows the latest EIA weekly average retail price for regular gasoline in New Jersey, with the survey week ending date and recent trend. It is a statewide (or best available regional) survey average — not a live price at a specific station.

New Jersey Gas Taxes

New Jersey drivers pay about 42¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes (roughly 60.4¢ with the 18.4¢ federal tax) — 8.3¢ above the 33.7¢ average across the 50 states and D.C. (approx., as of 2025).

Why New Jersey Prices Move

New Jersey benefits from East Coast import and refining access, which can keep prices a bit below New York City metro peaks, but Northeast logistics and taxes still keep NJ above many Southern states.

Latest New Jersey Energy News

New Jersey Gas Prices — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average gas price in New Jersey?
The EIA publishes a weekly average retail price for regular gasoline, typically each Monday for the prior week. This page lists the current New Jersey weekly average with its survey date and trend. It is a survey average, not a live pump price.
What is the gas tax in New Jersey?
New Jersey drivers pay about 42¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes (roughly 60.4¢ with the 18.4¢ federal tax) — 8.3¢ above the 33.7¢ average across the 50 states and D.C. (approx., as of 2025).
Are these live pump prices in New Jersey?
No. These are EIA weekly survey averages for New Jersey, not real-time prices at individual gas stations. Check local stations or a pump-price app for the current street price.
Why is gas expensive (or cheap) in New Jersey?
New Jersey gasoline usually costs more than the U.S. average because of Northeast supply costs and a state tax around 42¢/gal (approx., as of 2025) before federal tax — still often cheaper than New York.

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