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Crude oil prices began rising after Trump ordered the Iran attack. At gas pumps in several states, some drivers were worried about rising costs.
Americans are now paying an average of $3.246 per gallon, up 26 cents since last week and the highest level since April 2025.
Gas prices spiked well above the $3 mark this week as strikes between the U.S. and Iran escalated amid the de facto shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz.
It's not just gasoline prices spiking at the pump. Diesel has jumped even more since the outbreak of the Middle East war as oil prices have surged. The national average for gas touched the highest level this year at $3.
There's no relief in sight for drivers at the pump as the war in Iran is directly driving up the cost of gas. Analysts expect more of the same unless something changes soon.
If you have gone to the gas pump, you probably noticed that gas and oil prices have changed since the War in Iran. With this in mind, AAA has been following the price changes and compiled data to determine the average prices and how much they have jumped.
Gas prices in California jumped 9 cents overnight as drivers continue to feel the impact of U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. New data from AAA shows the average price for a gallon of regular gas in the state climbed to $4.
As the war in Iran continues, gas prices are rising in the United States and are now up more than 33 cents in the week since it started. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down the economic impact of the conflict,
EVs are already cheaper to own and operate than gas-powered cars—and used EVs are an especially good deal right now. If gasoline prices surge, that could help sales.