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In the forthcoming week, starting around August 1, 2025, gasoline prices in the United States are projected to rise slightly overall, according to the latest sector reports and forecasts. However, there will be notable regional differences in pricing.
The national average gas prices are forecasted to be between $3.22 and $3.30 per gallon next week. Regionally, prices will vary significantly. The West Coast may see prices around $4.30 per gallon, the Northeast about $3.50 to $3.70, the Midwest between $3.10 and $3.30, and the South lower, from $2.85 to about $3.10 per gallon.
These price increases are being driven by high demand due to summer travel, refinery maintenance affecting supply, and elevated oil prices, which are currently above $83/barrel. California, consistently known for having the highest prices, is expected to range from $4.50 to over $5.00 per gallon throughout 2025, while states like Mississippi have much lower averages, roughly $2.70 to $3.00 per gallon.
One analyst predicts the average national price for 2025 to be about $3.22 per gallon, with prices peaking in April (~$3.46) and the lowest in January (~$3.06). The next week should maintain prices near the upper end of this range due to seasonal demand and supply factors.
Contrary to gasoline, the price of diesel may not necessarily increase next week. However, it may be higher than the price of gasoline in some regions or filling stations, and it may vary depending on the filling station and the region of the country.
It's important to note that while wholesale gasoline prices may experience short-term dips, retail pump prices tend to lag, and regional disparities remain pronounced.
In summary, next week gasoline prices are expected to trend slightly upward nationally, hitting roughly $3.22–$3.30 per gallon, with the most expensive prices on the West Coast and lowest in the South and some central states. This variation reflects regional supply constraints, refinery activity, and demand patterns during peak summer travel. The price of diesel, on the other hand, may not necessarily increase next week and may vary significantly depending on the filling station and region.
The projected gasoline prices next week are expected to be between $3.22 and $3.30 per gallon, hiking slightly overall due to seasonal demand and supply factors. Concurrently, diesel prices may or may not increase, with variations depending on the filling station and region, thereby offering a different pricing trend.
