New York Gas Prices
Weekly average gasoline price for New York — EIA retail survey data.
Current New York Gas Price
New York Average
$4.260/gal
Week ending Monday, September 7, 2026
vs last year: +$1.104 (+35.0%)
National average
$4.157
vs national
+$0.103
National rank
#40 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
+$1.099 (+34.8%) over 52 weeksNew York Gas Taxes
State gas tax
48¢/gal
With federal (18.4¢)
66.4¢/gal
vs. state average
+14.3¢
New York drivers pay about 48¢ 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.
Other States
See the latest weekly average gasoline price in New York, how it compares with the national average, and what has been moving prices. New York prices are often above the national average because of taxes, Northeast supply logistics, and reformulated gasoline requirements in downstate markets.
New York has a direct EIA weekly series. This page shows the latest average, trend history, and fuel-tax context for drivers comparing NY with neighboring states.
Current New York Gas Price
This page shows the latest EIA weekly average retail price for regular gasoline in New York, 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 York Gas Taxes
New York drivers pay about 48¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes (roughly 66.4¢ with the 18.4¢ federal tax) — 14.3¢ above the 33.7¢ average across the 50 states and D.C. (approx., as of 2025).
Why New York Prices Move
Northeast gasoline markets depend on regional refining, imports, and pipeline deliveries. Reformulated gasoline rules in parts of the state, plus a sizable fuel tax, keep New York elevated versus much of the South and Midwest.
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New York Gas Prices — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average gas price in New York?
- The EIA publishes a weekly average retail price for regular gasoline, typically each Monday for the prior week. This page lists the current New York 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 York?
- New York drivers pay about 48¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes (roughly 66.4¢ with the 18.4¢ federal tax) — 14.3¢ above the 33.7¢ average across the 50 states and D.C. (approx., as of 2025).
- Are these live pump prices in New York?
- No. These are EIA weekly survey averages for New York, 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 York?
- New York gasoline is often pricey due to reformulated fuel requirements in key metro areas, Northeast logistics costs, and a state tax around 48¢/gal (approx., as of 2025) before the federal tax.