Midwest (PADD 2) benchmark
Indiana Gas Prices
Regular gasoline, all formulations, including taxes · Week ending Oct 26, 2026
Regular gasoline · Oct 26, 2026
Midwest (PADD 2) regional average (state benchmark) average price per gallon
$4.269 +$0.120
vs. week earlier · +3.0%
−$0.000 vs U.S. average ($4.269)
- 4 weeks ago
- $4.291
- Year ago
- $2.873
- 52-week low
- $2.590
- 52-week high
- $4.410
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
$4.970
Jun 13, 2022
All-time low (since 2000)
$1.030
Dec 17, 2001
What drivers in Indiana are paying this week
Indiana does not have a published weekly statewide average, so the reference number above is the Midwest (PADD 2) average of $4.269. That regional benchmark rose $0.120 week over week and is $0.000 below the national average of $4.269. Stations in Indiana typically trade within roughly 20 to 40 cents of the regional figure, depending on distance from the nearest terminal and local taxes.
Indiana prices swing more than most Midwest states because the state sales tax is applied to gasoline on top of the excise tax. When wholesale prices rise, the tax component rises with them.
Why Indiana gas prices land where they do
- 7% state sales tax applies to fuel in addition to the excise tax.
- The sales tax is calculated on the full retail price, amplifying wholesale moves.
- Whiting refinery supply keeps northern Indiana competitive with Chicago.
These are structural factors, not daily noise. They explain why Indiana 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 Indiana compares
Neighboring states with a published weekly average give the clearest picture of the regional spread. The table below compares Indiana against those states and the national average.
| Market | Regular price | vs Indiana | Week change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $4.269 | — | +$0.120 |
| Ohio | $4.380 | +$0.111 | +$0.330 |
| U.S. average | $4.269 | −$0.000 | −$0.010 |
Ways to spend less on gas in Indiana
- 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 Indiana price as the default.
How we source Indiana 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 Indiana drivers
At the regional benchmark of $4.269 per gallon, a 12-gallon fill-up in Indiana costs about $51.23. Over a 15,000-mile year at 28 MPG, that implies roughly $2287 in fuel, before any local station discounts.
Indiana gas price FAQ
What is the average gas price in Indiana right now?
The U.S. Energy Information Administration does not publish a weekly statewide retail average for Indiana. The closest official benchmark is the Midwest (PADD 2) average, which was $4.269 per gallon for the week ending Oct 26, 2026. Local station prices in Indiana typically fall within roughly 20 to 40 cents of that regional figure.
Is gas cheaper in Indiana than the national average?
Indiana is compared against the Midwest (PADD 2) benchmark rather than a statewide number. The region averaged $4.269 versus the national average of $4.269, so Indiana stations are best described as tracking below the national figure.
Why are gas prices low in Indiana?
7% state sales tax applies to fuel in addition to the excise tax. The sales tax is calculated on the full retail price, amplifying wholesale moves. Whiting refinery supply keeps northern Indiana competitive with Chicago. 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 Indiana?
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 Indiana 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 Indiana benchmark to judge whether the price you see is reasonable.
Will gas prices go down in Indiana?
Nobody can forecast a specific week with confidence. What can be said is mechanical: Indiana 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.