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DEARBORN – Gas prices in Michigan are up 19 cents from last week. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.02 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 3 cents less than this time last month but still 97 cents more than this time last year.

Motorists are paying an average of $60 for a full 15-gallon tank of gasoline; an increase of about $9 from 2025’s highest price last August.

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased from 9.08 million b/d to 9.05 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 232.9 million barrels to 228.4 million. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 10.1 million barrels per day.

At the close of Friday’s formal trading session, WTI fell $1.45 to settle at $94.40 a barrel. The EIA reports crude oil inventories increased by 1.9 million barrels from the previous week. At 465.7 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 3% above the five-year average for this time of year.

“Michigan pump prices are back on the rise with gas prices jumping19 cents from just a week ago,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group.

Compared to last week, Metro Detroit’s average daily gas price increased. Metro Detroit’s current average is $4.07 per gallon, about 23 cents more than last week’s average and 99 cents more than this same time last year.

The most expensive gas price averages in the state was recorded in Marquette where it was $4.09 a gallon. The least expensive gas price was in Grand Rapids where it was $3.97 a gallon.

Find Local Gas Prices

Daily national, state, and metro gas price averages can be found at Gasprices.aaa.com

Motorists can find the lowest gas prices on their smartphone or tablet with the free AAA Mobile app. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel and access AAA roadside assistance.

Ways to Save on Gasoline:

– Combine errands to limit driving time.

– Shop around for the best gas prices in your community.

– Consider paying cash. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.

– Remove excess weight in your vehicle.

– Drive conservatively. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduces fuel economy.

– Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell’s Fuel Rewards program can save 30 cents per gallon on their first fill-up and 5 cents per gallon each additional trip to the pump.