Michigan Gas Price Today
Current Michigan gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
Michigan Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in Michigan
Searching for gas prices near me today in Michigan? Local pump rates in your immediate area typically fluctuate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon around our statewide average of $4.53/gal. Use this benchmark when evaluating pump prices at local retail stations:
Cost of Propane Gas Per Gallon in Michigan
In Michigan and the surrounding Midwest region, residential delivered propane currently averages $2.05/gal (compared to $4.53/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).
Michigan Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 2 (Midwest)
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 30¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #40 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
Michigan Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for Michigan
About Michigan Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in Michigan
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
Marathon Detroit refinery supplies southeast Michigan, with pipelines feeding into central and northern storage racks.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
Southeast Michigan requires 7.0 psi RVP summer fuel to minimize evaporative emissions.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
Upper Peninsula fuel prices run higher due to extended highway transport from lower Michigan and Wisconsin distribution terminals. In addition, Michigan 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 Michigan
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across Michigan 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.
Michigan Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in Michigan
What is the price of the gas today in Michigan?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Michigan today is $4.53 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $5.20/gal, premium gasoline is $5.80/gal, and highway diesel is $6.68/gal. Michigan currently ranks #40 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in Michigan?
Gas prices in Michigan are falling this week (-7¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, Michigan retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in Michigan are primarily driven by marathon detroit refinery supplies southeast michigan, with pipelines feeding into central and northern storage racks.
How does Michigan's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. Michigan's current average of $4.53/gal is +$0.12 higher than national average. Key drivers include Michigan'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 Michigan?
When searching for gas prices near you today in Michigan, use the statewide benchmark of $4.53/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 Michigan?
In Michigan (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 Michigan?
Michigan 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 Michigan pay 48.4¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.