The Weekly Gas Pain Index
Alaska Gas Pain Spotlight — Week of 2026-05-18
Alaska drivers paid $5.61/gal this week (+24.8% vs national). Ranked #2 of 50.
Alaska Gas Pain Spotlight
Week of 2026-05-18 · Source: EIA PADD regional average
Drivers in Alaska are paying $5.61/gal this week — ranked #2 of 50 states. That’s 24.8% above the national average of $4.49/gal.
What it costs to fill up
A 15-gallon tank at Alaska prices runs you $84.08. A 26-gallon truck tank costs $145.73.
Where Alaska sits
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| State avg | $5.61 |
| National avg | $4.49 |
| Difference | +24.8% |
| State rank | #2 of 50 |
| Data source | EIA PADD regional average |