District of Columbia Gas Price Today
Current District of Columbia gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
District of Columbia Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in District of Columbia
Searching for gas prices near me today in District of Columbia? Local pump rates in your immediate area typically fluctuate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon around our statewide average of $4.46/gal. Use this benchmark when evaluating pump prices at local retail stations:
Cost of Propane Gas Per Gallon in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia and the surrounding East Coast region, residential delivered propane currently averages $3.35/gal (compared to $4.46/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).
District of Columbia Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 1 (East Coast (Central Atlantic))
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 28.8¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #35 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
District of Columbia Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for District of Columbia
About District of Columbia Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in District of Columbia
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
Serviced by petroleum distribution racks located in Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
Requires year-round EPA reformulated gasoline (RFG) to mitigate urban air quality challenges.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
Extremely high commercial real estate overhead and limited density of service stations maintain prices higher than neighboring Virginia suburbs. In addition, District of Columbia levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 28.8 cents per gallon, which is combined with the federal excise tax of 18.4 cents per gallon.
Major Cities in District of Columbia
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across District of Columbia 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.
District of Columbia Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in District of Columbia
What is the price of the gas today in District of Columbia?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in District of Columbia today is $4.46 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $5.07/gal, premium gasoline is $5.47/gal, and highway diesel is $6.49/gal. District of Columbia currently ranks #35 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in District of Columbia?
Gas prices in District of Columbia are falling this week (-7¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, District of Columbia retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in District of Columbia are primarily driven by serviced by petroleum distribution racks located in northern virginia and suburban maryland.
How does District of Columbia's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. District of Columbia's current average of $4.46/gal is +$0.04 higher than national average. Key drivers include District of Columbia's state fuel excise tax of 28.8¢/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 District of Columbia?
When searching for gas prices near you today in District of Columbia, use the statewide benchmark of $4.46/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 District of Columbia?
In District of Columbia (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 District of Columbia?
District of Columbia levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 28.8¢ per gallon. When combined with the standard federal fuel excise tax of 18.4¢ per gallon, drivers in District of Columbia pay 47.2¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.