Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) benchmark
Georgia Gas Prices
Regular gasoline, all formulations, including taxes · Week ending Oct 26, 2026
Regular gasoline · Oct 26, 2026
Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) regional average (state benchmark) average price per gallon
$4.199 −$0.050
vs. week earlier · -1.2%
−$0.070 vs U.S. average ($4.269)
- 4 weeks ago
- $4.369
- Year ago
- $2.934
- 52-week low
- $2.780
- 52-week high
- $4.490
5-year weekly trend
USD / gallonWeekly retail average, all formulations, including taxes. Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration. Latest available week: 2026-10-26.
All-time high
$5.020
Jun 13, 2022
All-time low (since 2000)
$1.110
Dec 24, 2001
What drivers in Georgia are paying this week
Georgia does not have a published weekly statewide average, so the reference number above is the Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) average of $4.199. That regional benchmark fell $0.050 week over week and is $0.070 below the national average of $4.269. Stations in Georgia typically trade within roughly 20 to 40 cents of the regional figure, depending on distance from the nearest terminal and local taxes.
Georgia is one of the cheaper states in the Southeast. A moderate fuel tax and direct pipeline access from Gulf Coast refining keep Atlanta and Savannah below the national average most weeks.
Why Georgia gas prices land where they do
- Colonial and Plantation pipelines deliver fuel directly to Atlanta-area terminals.
- State fuel tax is below the national average.
- Atlanta is a major distribution hub, which increases competition among stations.
These are structural factors, not daily noise. They explain why Georgia tends to sit in the same part of the national price range week after week, even when the national average moves. For the general mechanics behind these forces, see our guide on how gas prices are set.
How Georgia compares
Neighboring states with a published weekly average give the clearest picture of the regional spread. The table below compares Georgia against those states and the national average.
| Market | Regular price | vs Georgia | Week change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $4.199 | — | −$0.050 |
| Florida | $4.017 | −$0.182 | +$0.040 |
| U.S. average | $4.269 | +$0.070 | −$0.010 |
Ways to spend less on gas in Georgia
- Membership warehouses such as Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s usually price 10 to 30 cents below nearby branded stations.
- Stations a few miles off the interstate are often cheaper than the first exit, because they pay less for land and rely on local traffic.
- Apps that show station-level prices are worth using for the last mile — our numbers give you the regional baseline, they give you the address.
- Keeping tires at the recommended pressure and removing roof racks can recover 3 to 6 percent of fuel economy, which is worth 10 to 20 cents a gallon at current prices.
Want a number instead of a rule of thumb? The commute cost calculator turns your own miles and MPG into a weekly and annual fuel bill, using the current Georgia price as the default.
How we source Georgia prices
Every figure on this page comes from the U.S. Energy Information Administration's weekly retail gasoline survey, which reports average retail prices in dollars per gallon including taxes. We rebuild the page every week after the survey is released, so the date on the price panel always matches the data behind it. We do not estimate missing state numbers; where the EIA does not publish a statewide series, we label the regional benchmark instead. Full details are in our methodology and data sources pages.
The bottom line for Georgia drivers
At the regional benchmark of $4.199 per gallon, a 12-gallon fill-up in Georgia costs about $50.39. Over a 15,000-mile year at 28 MPG, that implies roughly $2249 in fuel, before any local station discounts.
Georgia gas price FAQ
What is the average gas price in Georgia right now?
The U.S. Energy Information Administration does not publish a weekly statewide retail average for Georgia. The closest official benchmark is the Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) average, which was $4.199 per gallon for the week ending Oct 26, 2026. Local station prices in Georgia typically fall within roughly 20 to 40 cents of that regional figure.
Is gas cheaper in Georgia than the national average?
Georgia is compared against the Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C) benchmark rather than a statewide number. The region averaged $4.199 versus the national average of $4.269, so Georgia stations are best described as tracking below the national figure.
Why are gas prices low in Georgia?
Colonial and Plantation pipelines deliver fuel directly to Atlanta-area terminals. State fuel tax is below the national average. Atlanta is a major distribution hub, which increases competition among stations. These factors matter more than the national average in determining what local stations charge, because fuel markets are regional, not national.
Where can I find the cheapest gas in Georgia?
Station-level pricing is not part of the EIA dataset, so we do not publish a cheapest-station list. In practice, the lowest prices in Georgia are usually at membership warehouses, at high-volume stations on secondary roads rather than interstate exits, and at stations in lower-cost suburban counties. Use a station-level price app for the final address and our Georgia benchmark to judge whether the price you see is reasonable.
Will gas prices go down in Georgia?
Nobody can forecast a specific week with confidence. What can be said is mechanical: Georgia prices follow crude oil costs, regional refining capacity, seasonal fuel specifications, and local taxes. When crude falls and refineries run normally, prices usually follow within two to four weeks. When a refinery goes down or a hurricane threatens the Gulf Coast, the move can reverse within days.