Gas prices have shot up in recent months

The average price of gasoline in the United States increased by 25% in March — the largest month-over-month change in at least a decade — after the war in Iran began.

Percentage change in average monthly prices

Column chart showing the percentage change in average monthly gas prices in the United States.

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Note: Values represent the average daily price of regular gasoline, aggregated by month. April 2026 values are partial.

Source: AAAGraphic: Matt Stiles, CNN