West Virginia Gas Price Today
Current West Virginia gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
West Virginia Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in West Virginia
Searching for gas prices near me today in West Virginia? 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 West Virginia
In West Virginia 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).
West Virginia Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 1 (East Coast (Central Atlantic))
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 35.7¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #27 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
West Virginia Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for West Virginia
About West Virginia Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in West Virginia
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
The Ergon refinery in Newell produces specialty fuels, while Ohio and Kanawha River terminals handle bulk volumes.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
Mountain terrain influences cold-temperature winter fuel performance specs.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
Complex topography and sparse road density add trucking delivery costs to rural filling stations. In addition, West Virginia levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 35.7 cents per gallon, which is combined with the federal excise tax of 18.4 cents per gallon.
Major Cities in West Virginia
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across West Virginia 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.
West Virginia Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in West Virginia
What is the price of the gas today in West Virginia?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in West Virginia today is $4.33 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $4.78/gal, premium gasoline is $5.22/gal, and highway diesel is $6.45/gal. West Virginia currently ranks #27 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in West Virginia?
Gas prices in West Virginia are falling this week (-7¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, West Virginia retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in West Virginia are primarily driven by the ergon refinery in newell produces specialty fuels, while ohio and kanawha river terminals handle bulk volumes.
How does West Virginia's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. West Virginia's current average of $4.33/gal is -$0.09 lower than national average. Key drivers include West Virginia's state fuel excise tax of 35.7¢/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 West Virginia?
When searching for gas prices near you today in West Virginia, 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 West Virginia?
In West Virginia (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 West Virginia?
West Virginia levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 35.7¢ per gallon. When combined with the standard federal fuel excise tax of 18.4¢ per gallon, drivers in West Virginia pay 54.1¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.