The Weekly Gas Pain Index
Virginia Gas Pain Spotlight — Week of 2026-05-18
Virginia drivers paid $4.12/gal this week (-8.2% vs national). Ranked #44 of 50.
Virginia Gas Pain Spotlight
Week of 2026-05-18 · Source: EIA PADD regional average
Drivers in Virginia are paying $4.12/gal this week — ranked #44 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 Virginia prices runs you $61.80. A 26-gallon truck tank costs $107.12.
Where Virginia sits
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| State avg | $4.12 |
| National avg | $4.49 |
| Difference | -8.2% |
| State rank | #44 of 50 |
| Data source | EIA PADD regional average |