Iowa Gas Price Today
Current Iowa gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
Iowa Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in Iowa
Searching for gas prices near me today in Iowa? Local pump rates in your immediate area typically fluctuate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon around our statewide average of $4.20/gal. Use this benchmark when evaluating pump prices at local retail stations:
Cost of Propane Gas Per Gallon in Iowa
In Iowa and the surrounding Midwest region, residential delivered propane currently averages $2.05/gal (compared to $4.20/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 $2.75 per Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE).
Iowa Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 2 (Midwest)
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 30¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #17 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
Iowa Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for Iowa
About Iowa Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in Iowa
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
Heart of the U.S. ethanol production industry, directly integrating domestic biofuel supplies into retail racks.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
Widespread availability of E15 and higher ethanol blends creates unique consumer price options.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
Low distribution overhead and abundant homegrown ethanol blending keep average fuel costs in Iowa below the national average. In addition, Iowa levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 30 cents per gallon, which is combined with the federal excise tax of 18.4 cents per gallon.
Major Cities in Iowa
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across Iowa 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.
Iowa Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in Iowa
What is the price of the gas today in Iowa?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa today is $4.20 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $4.52/gal, premium gasoline is $5.11/gal, and highway diesel is $6.11/gal. Iowa currently ranks #17 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in Iowa?
Gas prices in Iowa are falling this week (-6¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, Iowa retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in Iowa are primarily driven by heart of the u.s. ethanol production industry, directly integrating domestic biofuel supplies into retail racks.
How does Iowa's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. Iowa's current average of $4.20/gal is -$0.22 lower than national average. Key drivers include Iowa's state fuel excise tax of 30¢/gal and regional supply dynamics in the Midwest (PADD 2) zone.
How can I find the best gas prices near me today in Iowa?
When searching for gas prices near you today in Iowa, use the statewide benchmark of $4.20/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 Iowa?
In Iowa (part of the Midwest / PADD 2 heating region), residential delivered propane averages approximately $2.05 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 $2.75 per Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE).
What is the fuel excise tax in Iowa?
Iowa levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 30¢ per gallon. When combined with the standard federal fuel excise tax of 18.4¢ per gallon, drivers in Iowa pay 48.4¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.