The Weekly Gas Pain Index
Washington Gas Pain Spotlight — Week of 2026-05-18
Washington drivers paid $5.59/gal this week (+24.5% vs national). Ranked #7 of 50.
Washington Gas Pain Spotlight
Week of 2026-05-18 · Source: EIA WA state weekly
Drivers in Washington are paying $5.59/gal this week — ranked #7 of 50 states. That’s 24.5% above the national average of $4.49/gal.
What it costs to fill up
A 15-gallon tank at Washington prices runs you $83.87. A 26-gallon truck tank costs $145.37.
Where Washington sits
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| State avg | $5.59 |
| National avg | $4.49 |
| Difference | +24.5% |
| State rank | #7 of 50 |
| Data source | EIA state weekly retail |