NewsFlorida PoliticsMay 4, 2026Florida
Florida Gas Prices Hit 4-Year High
Gas prices in Florida have reached their highest point in nearly four years, surging 40 cents last week to an average of $4.34 per gallon. This increase is attributed to rising oil and gasoline futures, influenced by global events like the Iranian conflict. The average cost for a tank of gas has increased by $22.
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Residents should care because higher gas prices directly impact household budgets and the cost of goods and services.
Key Facts
- Florida gas prices surged 40 cents last week, reaching a new 4-year high of $4.34 per gallon.
- The increase is linked to rising oil and gasoline futures, exacerbated by the Iranian conflict.
- The average cost for a tank of gas has increased by $22 since the Iranian conflict began.
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locationFloridaOrganizationAAA — The Auto Club GrouplocationPanama Cityother8%otherIranian conflictlocationPensacolalocationWest Palm Beach-Boca RatonlocationCrestview-Fort Walton BeachPersonMark JenkinslocationStrait of HormuzlocationCalifornialocationGeorgiaother13%locationNapleslocationGainesville