Rhode Island Gas Prices
Average retail price · Source: AAA · Updated daily
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Rhode Island Gas Price — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average gas price in Rhode Island today?
Rhode Island gas prices are updated daily from AAA data. Check back for today's average.
Why are gas prices lower in Rhode Island than the national average?
Rhode Island benefits from favorable regional factors.
What is Rhode Island's gas tax?
Rhode Island's state gas tax is approximately 35¢ per gallon. 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 Rhode Island?
Gas prices in Rhode Island — 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. Rhode Island prices also tend to be lower in late fall and winter when summer-blend fuel requirements end.
Which cities in Rhode Island have the cheapest gas?
Gas prices vary by city within Rhode Island based on local competition, distance from fuel terminals, and population density. Use our city pages to compare prices across Rhode Island: 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.