Gasoline Price

Returns the U.S. average regular gasoline price in dollars per gallon. This represents the national average retail price for regular unleaded gasoline.

Data Details

Attribute Value
Source U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) / FRED
Frequency Weekly
Unit Dollars per gallon
Grade Regular unleaded

Notes

  • This is a national average; actual prices vary by region and state
  • Includes all taxes
  • Updated weekly with the latest EIA data

Examples

=GasolinePrice()
Current average gas price per gallon
=GasolinePrice()*15
Cost to fill a 15-gallon tank
=GasolinePrice()*12000/30
Annual fuel cost (12K miles, 30 MPG)

When to Use

  • Tracking fuel prices for budgeting
  • Analyzing transportation costs
  • Economic research on energy prices
  • Consumer spending analysis

When NOT to Use

Scenario Use Instead
Need crude oil price CrudeOilPrice()
Need natural gas price NaturalGasPrice()
Need historical prices Check FRED or EIA data

Common Issues & FAQ

Q: What unit is the result in? A: Dollars per gallon.

Q: Is this for regular or premium gasoline? A: Regular unleaded gasoline.

Q: Does this include taxes? A: Yes, the price includes all applicable taxes.

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