State avg
$3.65
▼ $0.08 this week
Cheapest city
Baton Rouge
$3.48 avg
Most expensive
New Orleans
$3.79 avg
vs national avg
-$0.45
Below average
30-day price trend — regular
Louisiana avg
Louisiana state gas tax: 20¢/gal · Federal tax: 18.4¢/gal · Total tax: ~38¢/gal
Louisiana is home to some of the largest oil refineries in the US, located along the Gulf Coast. This proximity to refining capacity, combined with low state taxes, makes Louisiana one of the cheapest states. New Orleans and Baton Rouge are near major pipeline terminals, further reducing distribution costs.
Sources: AAA State Gas Price Averages · EIA Gasoline & Diesel Update
Nearby states
Texas$3.507
Arkansas$3.677
Mississippi$3.659
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