The Weekly Gas Pain Index
West Virginia Gas Pain Spotlight — Week of 2026-05-18
West Virginia drivers paid $4.53/gal this week (+0.8% vs national). Ranked #17 of 50.
West Virginia Gas Pain Spotlight
Week of 2026-05-18 · Source: EIA PADD regional average
Drivers in West Virginia are paying $4.53/gal this week — ranked #17 of 50 states. That’s 0.8% above the national average of $4.49/gal.
What it costs to fill up
A 15-gallon tank at West Virginia prices runs you $67.91. A 26-gallon truck tank costs $117.70.
Where West Virginia sits
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| State avg | $4.53 |
| National avg | $4.49 |
| Difference | +0.8% |
| State rank | #17 of 50 |
| Data source | EIA PADD regional average |