Gas prices in California are holding steady at $5.853 per gallon this week, according to the latest data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Diesel prices are also unchanged, at $7.051 per gallon. This compares to a national average of $4.305 for gasoline and $5.35 for diesel.
Both gasoline and diesel prices in California have seen no change from last week, remaining at their previous levels. This stability comes as the state continues to grapple with higher fuel costs compared to the rest of the country.
California is among the more expensive areas in the country for fuel, with gas prices running 35.96% above the national average. The state’s fuel costs are significantly higher than those in other regions, with the most expensive gas price recorded in California at $5.853 per gallon, while the cheapest is found in Texas at $3.752 per gallon.
The spread between gasoline and diesel prices in California stands at $1.198 per gallon. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on fuel prices, the EIA remains a reliable source.
