State avg
$3.66
▼ $0.04 this week
Cheapest city
Columbia
$3.48 avg
Most expensive
Hilton Head
$3.89 avg
vs national avg
-$0.44
Below average
30-day price trend — regular
South Carolina avg
South Carolina state gas tax: 28¢/gal · Federal tax: 18.4¢/gal · Total tax: ~46¢/gal
South Carolina consistently ranks among the cheapest states for gas. Colonial Pipeline access from Gulf Coast refineries, moderate taxes, and a competitive retail market all help. The state capital Columbia and Interstate corridors see the most competitive prices. Coastal resort areas like Myrtle Beach pay a small premium.
Sources: AAA State Gas Price Averages · EIA Gasoline & Diesel Update
Nearby states
Georgia$3.752
North Carolina$3.679
Tennessee$3.604
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