New Jersey Gas Price Today
Current New Jersey gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
New Jersey Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in New Jersey
Searching for gas prices near me today in New Jersey? Local pump rates in your immediate area typically fluctuate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon around our statewide average of $4.33/gal. Use this benchmark when evaluating pump prices at local retail stations:
Cost of Propane Gas Per Gallon in New Jersey
In New Jersey and the surrounding East Coast region, residential delivered propane currently averages $3.35/gal (compared to $4.33/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).
New Jersey Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 1 (East Coast (Central Atlantic))
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 42.3¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #28 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
New Jersey Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for New Jersey
About New Jersey Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in New Jersey
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
Home to the Bayway Refinery in Linden and the central distribution nexus for New York Harbor barge traffic.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
Mid-Atlantic summer low-volatility fuel requirements.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
State law mandates full-service gas stations, yet intense wholesale competition at New York Harbor keeps margins tight. In addition, New Jersey levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 42.3 cents per gallon, which is combined with the federal excise tax of 18.4 cents per gallon.
Major Cities in New Jersey
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across New Jersey 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.
New Jersey Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in New Jersey
What is the price of the gas today in New Jersey?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in New Jersey today is $4.33 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $4.90/gal, premium gasoline is $5.19/gal, and highway diesel is $6.38/gal. New Jersey currently ranks #28 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in New Jersey?
Gas prices in New Jersey are falling this week (-7¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, New Jersey retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in New Jersey are primarily driven by home to the bayway refinery in linden and the central distribution nexus for new york harbor barge traffic.
How does New Jersey's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. New Jersey's current average of $4.33/gal is -$0.08 lower than national average. Key drivers include New Jersey's state fuel excise tax of 42.3¢/gal and regional supply dynamics in the East Coast (Central Atlantic) (PADD 1) zone.
How can I find the best gas prices near me today in New Jersey?
When searching for gas prices near you today in New Jersey, use the statewide benchmark of $4.33/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 New Jersey?
In New Jersey (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 New Jersey?
New Jersey levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 42.3¢ per gallon. When combined with the standard federal fuel excise tax of 18.4¢ per gallon, drivers in New Jersey pay 60.7¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.