Ohio gas prices
Ohio gas prices usually run near or slightly below the national average. The state has several refineries, including facilities in Canton, Lima, and Toledo, which provide solid local supply. Ohio is in PADD 2 and benefits from pipeline connections to the Gulf Coast and the Whiting refinery in Indiana.
Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati are the main demand centers. Prices are competitive across all three metros. Ohio's gas taxes are moderate. The state is a major freight corridor with I-70, I-71, and I-75 carrying heavy truck traffic, which keeps diesel supply and pricing competitive.
Price history
Does Ohio have its own refineries?
Yes. Ohio has refineries in Canton, Lima, and Toledo. Together they process several hundred thousand barrels per day and supply a significant share of the state's fuel needs. The state also imports fuel from Indiana and the Gulf Coast.
How do Ohio gas prices compare to Pennsylvania?
Ohio is almost always cheaper. Pennsylvania has one of the highest gas taxes in the country, while Ohio's taxes are much more moderate. The price difference can be 30 to 50 cents per gallon near the border.
Why do gas prices vary between Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati?
The differences are usually small, just a few cents. Each metro draws from slightly different supply sources. Cincinnati is closest to Gulf Coast pipelines, while Cleveland gets more supply from the Toledo refineries and Indiana. Competition among stations is the bigger factor.