NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 4, 2026Hillsborough County
Florida statewide average gas price falls to $3.83 per gallon
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The average price of a gallon of gasoline in Florida decreased by 14 cents over the past week to reach $3.83 as of Monday. Despite this statewide decline, some regions in Florida continue to report prices at or above the $4 per gallon threshold.
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Fluctuations in fuel costs directly impact the daily transportation expenses for Florida residents and the operating costs for local businesses.
Key Facts
- The statewide average price for a gallon of gas in Florida is $3.83 as of Monday.
- The statewide average price decreased by 14 cents over the past week.
- Some areas in Florida continue to see gas prices at or above $4 per gallon.
- The price is 27 cents lower than a previous, unspecified benchmark.
- Market volatility is attributed to geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
Who's Mentioned
locationFlorida“The geographic area covered by the gas price report.”other27“Cents per gallon lower than a previous, unspecified benchmark.”locationEscambia County“Area with $3.80 gas prices”PersonDonald Trump“President who commented on Iran strike plans via social media”OrganizationAAA“Source of gas price data”other14“Cents per gallon decrease in the statewide average.”locationMonroe County“Area with $4.04 gas prices”locationIran“Mentioned in the context of geopolitical tensions affecting oil markets.”locationStrait of Hormuz“The location of geopolitical tensions cited as a factor in market volatility.”OrganizationU.S. Energy Information Administration“Source of petroleum reserve inventory data”