Tennessee Gas Prices
Weekly average gasoline price for Tennessee — EIA retail survey data.
Current Tennessee Gas Price
Tennessee Average
$3.894/gal
Week ending Monday, September 7, 2026
EIA does not publish a direct weekly series for Tennessee. Showing PADD 2 (Midwest) regional average.
vs last year: +$0.839 (+27.5%)
National average
$4.157
vs national
-$0.263
National rank
#20 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
+$0.913 (+30.6%) over 52 weeksTennessee Gas Taxes
State gas tax
27¢/gal
With federal (18.4¢)
45.4¢/gal
vs. state average
-6.7¢
Tennessee drivers pay about 27¢ 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 Tennessee, updated from official EIA retail survey data. Compare Tennessee'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 Tennessee series, this page shows the best available regional average with a clear note. Always check local stations for current pump prices.
Current Tennessee Gas Price
This page lists the latest weekly average retail price for regular gasoline in Tennessee, along with the survey week ending date and the trend versus last week and last year.
Tennessee Gas Taxes
Drivers in Tennessee pay about 27¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes — roughly 45.4¢ once the 18.4¢ federal tax is included — which is 6.7¢ below the 33.7¢ average across the 50 states and D.C. (approximate, as of 2025).
Tennessee vs. National Average
Comparing Tennessee'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 Tennessee Energy News
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- Iran War Updates: Oil prices jump to near 4-month high as Oman-Iran talks on Strait of Hormuz postponed - CBS NewsGoogle News•about 3 hours ago
- Commerce Department Finalizes Steep Duties On Solar Imports From India, Indonesia, LaosZeroHedge•about 4 hours ago
- 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 8 hours ago
- Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan expect September Fed hike as inflation lingers - ReutersGoogle News•about 10 hours ago
- Trump Calls On Zelenskyy To Stop Attacks On Russian Diesel FacilitiesZeroHedge•about 10 hours ago
- Satellite images show extent of damage to major Saudi pipeline, amid global oil supply fears - The GuardianGoogle News•about 10 hours ago
Tennessee Gas Prices — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average gas price in Tennessee?
- The EIA publishes a weekly average retail price for regular gasoline, typically each Monday for the prior week. This page lists the current Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
- Tennessee levies about 27¢ per gallon in state gasoline taxes, or roughly 45.4¢ 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 Tennessee?
- 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 Tennessee?
- State fuel taxes, environmental regulations, distance from refineries, and regional supply all affect Tennessee gasoline prices relative to other states.