Utah Gas Price Today
Current Utah gas prices today and statewide retail fuel benchmarks
Utah Gas Prices Today by Fuel Grade
Only fuel grades with verified statistical retail survey data are displayed.
Gas Prices Near Me Today in Utah
Searching for gas prices near me today in Utah? Local pump rates in your immediate area typically fluctuate by ±10¢ to 30¢ per gallon around our statewide average of $4.98/gal. Use this benchmark when evaluating pump prices at local retail stations:
Cost of Propane Gas Per Gallon in Utah
In Utah and the surrounding Rocky Mountain region, residential delivered propane currently averages $2.60/gal (compared to $4.98/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 $3.48 per Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE).
Utah Fuel Context
- Petroleum Region:
- PADD 4 (Rocky Mountain)
- State Fuel Excise Tax:
- 36.5¢ / gal
- Federal Fuel Tax:
- 18.4¢ / gal
- National Price Rank:
- #45 (1 = lowest, 51 = highest)
- U.S. National Average:
- $4.41
Neighboring States
Gas price comparison across adjacent state borders:
Utah Gas Price Trend
Historical weekly regular gasoline prices for Utah
About Utah Gas Prices
Key factors impacting current retail gasoline prices in Utah
Refinery Infrastructure & Logistics
Five refineries located in the Salt Lake City basin supply Utah, eastern Nevada, and southern Idaho.
Seasonal Fuel Blend Specifications
Salt Lake Valley winter inversions and summer ozone challenges require tight seasonal specification changes.
Market Dynamics & State Fuel Taxes
Isolated mountain geography and captive refinery markets frequently lead to independent regional pricing cycles that diverge from national trends. In addition, Utah levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 36.5 cents per gallon, which is combined with the federal excise tax of 18.4 cents per gallon.
Major Cities in Utah
Metropolitan survey data for specific cities across Utah 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.
Utah Gas Prices FAQs
Common questions on gasoline prices, price trends, taxes, and fuel comparisons in Utah
What is the price of the gas today in Utah?
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Utah today is $4.98 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel averages $5.27/gal, premium gasoline is $5.51/gal, and highway diesel is $6.52/gal. Utah currently ranks #45 among all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Are gas prices going up in Utah?
Gas prices in Utah are falling this week (-8¢/gal). Over the past 7 days, Utah retail pump prices shifted by -1.5%. Price trajectories in Utah are primarily driven by five refineries located in the salt lake city basin supply utah, eastern nevada, and southern idaho.
How does Utah's gas price compare to the national gas price today?
The national gas price today is $4.41 per gallon. Utah's current average of $4.98/gal is +$0.57 higher than national average. Key drivers include Utah's state fuel excise tax of 36.5¢/gal and regional supply dynamics in the Rocky Mountain (PADD 4) zone.
How can I find the best gas prices near me today in Utah?
When searching for gas prices near you today in Utah, use the statewide benchmark of $4.98/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 Utah?
In Utah (part of the Rocky Mountain / PADD 4 heating region), residential delivered propane averages approximately $2.60 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 $3.48 per Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE).
What is the fuel excise tax in Utah?
Utah levies a state motor fuel excise tax of 36.5¢ per gallon. When combined with the standard federal fuel excise tax of 18.4¢ per gallon, drivers in Utah pay 54.9¢ per gallon in total fuel taxes.