Connecticut Gas Price Today
Current Connecticut gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
Connecticut Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in Connecticut
Searching for gas prices near me today in Connecticut? Local pump rates in your immediate area typically fluctuate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon around our statewide average of $4.47/gal. Use this benchmark when evaluating pump prices at local retail stations:
Cost of Propane Gas Per Gallon in Connecticut
In Connecticut and the surrounding East Coast region, residential delivered propane currently averages $3.35/gal (compared to $4.47/gal for regular gasoline). Propane delivers ~91,500 BTU/gal (~73% of gasoline's 125,000 BTU/gal energy density), equating to an effective energy-parity price of $4.49 per Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE).
Connecticut Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 1 (East Coast (New England))
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 25¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #36 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
Connecticut Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for Connecticut
About Connecticut Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in Connecticut
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
Supplied predominantly by coastal marine terminals in New Haven and Bridgeport receiving barge cargo from New York Harbor and overseas imports.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
Participates in the Northeast Ozone Transport Region requiring low-volatility summer fuel formulations.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
Higher-than-average wholesale terminal delivery charges and northeastern real estate costs contribute to above-average retail prices. In addition, Connecticut levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 25 cents per gallon, which is combined with the federal excise tax of 18.4 cents per gallon.
Major Cities in Connecticut
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across Connecticut are published on a specialized monthly schedule by federal bureaus. To guarantee zero fabricated data and adhere strictly to our data transparency charter, city-specific pages are enabled only as verified regional survey feeds are integrated.
Connecticut Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in Connecticut
What is the price of the gas today in Connecticut?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Connecticut today is $4.47 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $5.08/gal, premium gasoline is $5.49/gal, and highway diesel is $6.47/gal. Connecticut currently ranks #36 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in Connecticut?
Gas prices in Connecticut are falling this week (-7¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, Connecticut retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in Connecticut are primarily driven by supplied predominantly by coastal marine terminals in new haven and bridgeport receiving barge cargo from new york harbor and overseas imports.
How does Connecticut's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. Connecticut's current average of $4.47/gal is +$0.06 higher than national average. Key drivers include Connecticut's state fuel excise tax of 25¢/gal and regional supply dynamics in the East Coast (New England) (PADD 1) zone.
How can I find the best gas prices near me today in Connecticut?
When searching for gas prices near you today in Connecticut, use the statewide benchmark of $4.47/gal as your reference point. Individual station prices in your immediate neighborhood typically deviate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon due to local brand additives, highway exit convenience charges, and municipal sales taxes.
What is the cost of propane gas per gallon in Connecticut?
In Connecticut (part of the East Coast / PADD 1 heating region), residential delivered propane averages approximately $3.35 per gallon. While propane has a lower volumetric purchase price than gasoline, propane provides approximately 91,500 BTUs per gallon versus 125,000 BTUs for gasoline, producing an energy-equivalent cost of approximately $4.49 per Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE).
What is the fuel excise tax in Connecticut?
Connecticut levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 25¢ per gallon. When combined with the standard federal fuel excise tax of 18.4¢ per gallon, drivers in Connecticut pay 43.4¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.