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US gas prices keep rising May 8 with California hitting new highs nationwide
Economy
Published on 8 May 2026
California tops the list while one state stays far lower
Gasoline prices are rising across the US, with the national average reaching $4.546 per gallon on May 8. California drivers face the steepest costs, while Oklahoma currently shows the lowest prices. Big gaps between states reflect differences in taxes, refining capacity, and local logistics, and experts expect the upward trend to persist.
- US national gas average is $4.546 per gallon
- California has the highest prices among tracked states
- Oklahoma is currently the cheapest
- Taxes, refining, and logistics drive regional differences
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