The Weekly Gas Pain Index
South Carolina Gas Pain Spotlight — Week of 2026-05-18
South Carolina drivers paid $4.12/gal this week (-8.2% vs national). Ranked #42 of 50.
South Carolina Gas Pain Spotlight
Week of 2026-05-18 · Source: EIA PADD regional average
Drivers in South Carolina are paying $4.12/gal this week — ranked #42 of 50 states. That’s 8.2% below the national average of $4.49/gal.
What it costs to fill up
A 15-gallon tank at South Carolina prices runs you $61.80. A 26-gallon truck tank costs $107.12.
Where South Carolina sits
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| State avg | $4.12 |
| National avg | $4.49 |
| Difference | -8.2% |
| State rank | #42 of 50 |
| Data source | EIA PADD regional average |