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  "description": "Key findings The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline across the West Coast region (excluding California) (the broader region Alaska belongs to) is $5.16, which is $0.69 per gallon above the national average of $4.48. Alaska drivers pay",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-30T16:52:12+00:00",
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  "textContent": "Key findings\n\nThe average price for a gallon of regular gasoline across the West Coast region (excluding California) (the broader region Alaska belongs to) is $5.16, which is $0.69 per gallon above the national average of $4.48.\nAlaska drivers pay 15.0 cents per gallon in state gas taxes, ranking 51st highest in the country.\nThe average residential electricity rate in Alaska is 27.2 cents per kWh, compared to the national residential average of 18.8 cents per kWh.\nDriving electric in Alaska could save approximately $1,826 per year in fuel costs compared to a gasoline vehicle.\nOver the past month, gas prices in Alaska have remained relatively stable.\n\n\nWhat are current gas prices in Alaska?\nThe U.S. Energy Information Administration does not publish a weekly retail gasoline price for Alaska on its own, but it does report a weekly average for the West Coast region (excluding California), which includes Alaska. The current regional average for regular gasoline is $5.16. That is $0.69 per gallon higher than the national average of $4.48, which means drivers in Alaska are likely paying roughly 15.4% more than the typical American motorist. Actual prices at the pump in Alaska can vary from the regional average depending on local taxes, distribution, and competition.\nFor a vehicle with a standard 14-gallon fuel tank, a full fill-up in the West Coast region (excluding California) costs approximately $72.27. At the national average price, that same fill-up would cost $62.65. That means drivers in this area spend about $9.62 more every time they fill up.\nGas prices vary based on several factors, including crude oil costs, refining capacity in the region, transportation and distribution expenses, local competition among gas stations, and state and federal tax rates. Alaska also sees seasonal price fluctuations, with prices typically rising in the spring and summer driving months and falling during the winter.\nHow much is gas tax in Alaska?\nAlaska has a state gas tax of 15.0 cents per gallon. That ranks 51st highest among all 50 states and the District of Columbia. This is among the lower gas tax rates in the country, which helps keep pump prices in Alaska relatively affordable.\nOn top of the state tax, drivers in Alaska also pay the federal gas tax of 18.4 cents per gallon, bringing the combined tax burden to 33.4 cents for every gallon of regular gasoline purchased. State gas taxes fund road construction and maintenance, bridge repair, and other transportation infrastructure projects. Some states adjust their gas tax annually based on fuel prices or inflation, while others require legislative action to change the rate.\nHow have gas prices changed in Alaska?\nOver the past 30 days, gas prices in Alaska have remained relatively stable. Looking at a wider window, prices over the last 12 weeks have trended upward by about $0.95 per gallon.\nGas prices across the United States are influenced by global crude oil markets, refinery output, seasonal demand, and geopolitical events. In Alaska, regional factors like proximity to refineries, pipeline infrastructure, and local supply and demand conditions add another layer of price variation. Prices tend to peak between Memorial Day and Labor Day when driving demand is highest, and they often dip in the fall and winter months.\nGas price trend in Alaska\n\n\nChart shows weekly regular gasoline prices across the West Coast region (excluding California), the broader EIA region that includes Alaska.\n\nHow do gas and electricity costs compare in Alaska?\nThe average residential electricity rate in Alaska is 27.2 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh). That is above the national average residential electricity rate of 18.8 cents per kWh. The national average electricity rate across all sectors (residential, commercial, and industrial) is 14.2 cents per kWh.\nThese electricity rates matter because they directly affect how much it costs to charge an electric vehicle at home. Most EV owners charge at home overnight using standard residential electricity, so the residential rate is the most relevant number for comparing fuel costs between gas and electric vehicles.\nHere is how the cost per mile breaks down in Alaska:\n\nGasoline vehicle (average 25.4 MPG): $0.203 per mile\nElectric vehicle (average 0.30 kWh per mile): $0.082 per mile\nDriving electric in Alaska is approximately 60% cheaper per mile than driving on gasoline.\n\nIs it cheaper to drive electric in Alaska?\nBased on the average driver covering 15,000 miles per year, here is what annual fuel costs look like in Alaska:\n\nGasoline vehicle: approximately $3,048 per year (at $5.16 per gallon and 25.4 MPG average)\nElectric vehicle: approximately $1,223 per year (at 27.2 cents per kWh and 0.30 kWh per mile)\n\nThat is an estimated annual savings of $1,826 by driving electric in Alaska. Over a typical 5-year ownership period, that adds up to roughly $9,129 in fuel savings alone, not counting the additional maintenance savings that come with an electric vehicle (no oil changes, fewer brake replacements, and no transmission service).\nThese estimates assume home charging at residential electricity rates. Public DC fast charging is typically more expensive, ranging from $0.30 to $0.60 per kWh depending on the network and location. For a more detailed comparison based on your specific vehicle and driving habits, try our EV Savings Calculator.\nFrequently asked questions about gas prices in Alaska\nWhat is the current average gas price in Alaska?\nThe U.S. Energy Information Administration does not publish a state-level weekly retail gasoline price for Alaska. The current weekly average for the West Coast region (excluding California), which includes Alaska, is $5.16. This figure is updated regularly using data from the EIA.\nWhy are gas prices in the West Coast region (excluding California) higher than the national average?\nPrices in the West Coast region (excluding California) are influenced by regional supply and demand, refinery capacity and proximity, pipeline access, and local market competition. Alaska adds its own state gas tax of 15.0 cents per gallon on top of those regional factors, which combine to push pump prices above what drivers pay in other parts of the country.\nWhat is the gas tax in Alaska?\nAlaska charges a state gas tax of 15.0 cents per gallon. Combined with the federal gas tax of 18.4 cents per gallon, the total tax on each gallon of gasoline in Alaska is 33.4 cents.\nWhat is the average electricity rate in Alaska?\nThe average residential electricity rate in Alaska is 27.2 cents per kWh. The national average for residential electricity is 18.8 cents per kWh, and the national average across all sectors is 14.2 cents per kWh.\nIs it cheaper to charge an EV or fill up with gas in Alaska?\nIn most cases, charging an electric vehicle in Alaska is significantly cheaper than filling up with gasoline. At current rates, driving electric costs approximately $0.082 per mile, while driving a gasoline vehicle costs about $0.203 per mile. Use our EV Savings Calculator for a detailed comparison based on your vehicle.\nHow much does it cost to charge an electric vehicle in Alaska?\nAt the average residential electricity rate of 27.2 cents per kWh in Alaska, charging a typical EV with a 60 kWh battery from empty to full costs approximately $16.30 at home. Public DC fast charging typically costs more, ranging from $0.30 to $0.60 per kWh.\nWhat factors affect gas prices in Alaska?\nGas prices in Alaska are shaped by global crude oil prices, state and federal taxes, refinery capacity and proximity, pipeline and transportation infrastructure, seasonal demand patterns, and local market competition among gas stations.\nHow often do gas prices change in Alaska?\nGas prices in Alaska can change daily at the pump. Wholesale prices fluctuate based on crude oil markets and refinery output. The EIA publishes weekly state-level price data, and this page is updated monthly with the latest figures.\nWhat is the national average gas price?\nThe current national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is $4.48. This represents the average across all 50 states and the District of Columbia, weighted by volume.\nHow much money can I save driving electric in Alaska?\nBased on 15,000 miles per year of driving in Alaska, switching from a gasoline vehicle to an electric vehicle could save approximately $1,826 per year in fuel costs alone. Additional savings come from lower maintenance expenses.\nDoes Alaska offer any EV incentives?\nEV incentives vary by state and change frequently. Alaska may offer state tax credits, rebates, HOV lane access, or reduced registration fees for electric vehicles. Check our EV Incentive Finder for the most current incentives available in Alaska.\nWhen is the best time to buy gas in Alaska?\nGas prices in Alaska tend to be lowest in the fall and winter months when driving demand decreases. Prices typically rise in spring as refineries switch to summer-blend fuels and peak during the summer driving season. Filling up earlier in the week (Monday or Tuesday) can also sometimes yield slightly lower prices.",
  "title": "Gas prices in Alaska",
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-28T20:43:11+00:00"
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