North Carolina Gas Prices
Weekly average gasoline price for North Carolina — EIA retail survey data.
Current North Carolina Gas Price
North Carolina Average
$3.913/gal
Week ending Monday, June 15, 2026
EIA does not publish a direct weekly series for North Carolina. Showing PADD 1 (East Coast) regional average.
vs last year: +$0.930 (+31.2%)
National average
$4.052
vs national
-$0.139
National rank
#29 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.
Other States
See the latest weekly average gasoline price for North Carolina, updated from official EIA retail survey data. Compare North Carolina'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 North Carolina series, this page shows the best available regional average with a clear note. Always check local stations for current pump prices.
Current North Carolina Gas Price
The latest weekly average retail price for regular gasoline in North Carolina is shown above, along with the survey week ending date and trend vs. last week and last year.
North Carolina vs. National Average
Compare North Carolina's price to the U.S. average to see whether drivers in North Carolina 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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North Carolina Gas Prices — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average gas price in North Carolina?
- The latest weekly EIA average for regular gasoline in North Carolina is displayed at the top of this page with the survey date.
- Are these live pump prices in North Carolina?
- 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 North Carolina?
- State fuel taxes, environmental regulations, distance from refineries, and regional supply all affect North Carolina gasoline prices relative to other states.