Minnesota Gas Price Today
Current Minnesota gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
Minnesota Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in Minnesota
Searching for gas prices near me today in Minnesota? Local pump rates in your immediate area typically fluctuate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon around our statewide average of $4.26/gal. Use this benchmark when evaluating pump prices at local retail stations:
Cost of Propane Gas Per Gallon in Minnesota
In Minnesota and the surrounding Midwest region, residential delivered propane currently averages $2.05/gal (compared to $4.26/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).
Minnesota Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 2 (Midwest)
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 28.5¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #23 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
Minnesota Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for Minnesota
About Minnesota Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in Minnesota
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend and St. Paul Park refineries process heavy crude oil into regional transportation fuels.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
State statutes mandate high biofuel blending percentages across all retail grades.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
Reliable local refining assets ensure moderate prices, though extreme winter weather occasionally constrains northern distribution. In addition, Minnesota levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 28.5 cents per gallon, which is combined with the federal excise tax of 18.4 cents per gallon.
Major Cities in Minnesota
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across Minnesota 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.
Minnesota Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in Minnesota
What is the price of the gas today in Minnesota?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Minnesota today is $4.26 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $4.73/gal, premium gasoline is $5.27/gal, and highway diesel is $6.23/gal. Minnesota currently ranks #23 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in Minnesota?
Gas prices in Minnesota are falling this week (-6¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, Minnesota retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in Minnesota are primarily driven by flint hills resources pine bend and st. paul park refineries process heavy crude oil into regional transportation fuels.
How does Minnesota's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. Minnesota's current average of $4.26/gal is -$0.15 lower than national average. Key drivers include Minnesota's state fuel excise tax of 28.5¢/gal and regional supply dynamics in the Midwest (PADD 2) zone.
How can I find the best gas prices near me today in Minnesota?
When searching for gas prices near you today in Minnesota, use the statewide benchmark of $4.26/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 Minnesota?
In Minnesota (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 Minnesota?
Minnesota levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 28.5¢ per gallon. When combined with the standard federal fuel excise tax of 18.4¢ per gallon, drivers in Minnesota pay 46.9¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.