Florida gas prices
Florida sits right around the national average for gas prices, sometimes a little above, sometimes a little below, depending on crude oil markets and seasonal demand. Summer is busy for Florida because of tourism, but the state doesn't see the same kind of summer price spike that northern states do when their own residents start driving more.
What Florida does see is volatility around hurricane season. The state has no refineries of its own, so all fuel gets shipped in by pipeline or tanker. When a storm threatens the Gulf Coast or disrupts shipping lanes, Florida prices can jump quickly.
The good news is Florida's gas taxes are on the lower end compared to states like California and New York, which helps keep the base price reasonable even when crude oil is high.
Price history
Frequently asked questions
- Why does Florida gas spike during hurricane season?
- Florida imports all of its gasoline, mostly via the Colonial Pipeline from Gulf Coast refineries or by tanker to coastal terminals. When hurricanes disrupt those supply chains, prices jump fast because the state has no local refining capacity to fall back on.
- Is gas cheaper in North or South Florida?
- Generally, prices vary more by proximity to major fuel terminals than by north vs south. Areas near Tampa and Jacksonville tend to be slightly cheaper because of better access to supply terminals. Tourist-heavy areas in South Florida sometimes run a few cents higher.
- Does Florida have a gas tax?
- Yes, Florida's state gas tax is around 40 cents per gallon, which is roughly average for the US. That's much lower than California (70 cents) but higher than Texas.