Alaska Gas Prices
Average retail price · Source: AAA · Updated daily
Today's Average
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per gallon · regular unleaded
Alaska is paradoxically among the most expensive states for gas despite the nation's lowest gas tax (8¢/gallon) and significant in-state oil production. All petroleum products must be refined or shipped within the state's isolated market, with Anchorage particularly constrained by the single Tesoro refinery.
⛽ Gas Tax: 8¢/gallon
Ranked #6 most expensive nationally
Top Gas Station Chains in Alaska
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Alaska Gas Price FAQ
Why is Alaska gas expensive if they produce so much oil?
Alaska exports most of its crude oil via pipeline to the lower 48 and then must import finished gasoline back, or rely on its one major refinery near Anchorage. This circular inefficiency, combined with the state's geographic isolation, keeps pump prices high despite abundant local production.
Where is gas most expensive in Alaska?
Remote communities accessible only by small aircraft or ferry — like Nome, Bethel, and rural Southeast Alaska — pay the highest prices in the state, sometimes exceeding $8-10/gallon. Anchorage and Fairbanks are the most affordable markets in Alaska.
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Alaska Gas Price — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average gas price in Alaska today?
Alaska gas prices are updated daily from AAA data. Check back for today's average.
Why are gas prices lower in Alaska than the national average?
Alaska benefits from low state fuel taxes (~9¢/gal).
What is Alaska's gas tax?
Alaska's state gas tax is approximately 9¢ per gallon, one of the lowest in the United States. This is a combined state excise tax and in some states includes local levies. The federal gas tax adds an additional 18.4¢/gal on top of state taxes.
When is the cheapest time to buy gas in Alaska?
Gas prices in Alaska — like across the US — tend to be lowest on Mondays and Tuesdays, when weekly demand is lowest. Prices typically rise Thursday through Saturday as weekend travel demand increases. Avoiding fill-ups on Fridays and Saturdays can save 3–8¢/gal on average. Alaska prices also tend to be lower in late fall and winter when summer-blend fuel requirements end.
Which cities in Alaska have the cheapest gas?
Gas prices vary by city within Alaska based on local competition, distance from fuel terminals, and population density. Use our city pages to compare prices across Alaska: cities farther from major metro areas and distribution hubs often have slightly higher prices due to transport costs, while high-competition suburban areas near major highways tend to be cheapest.