Vermont Gas Prices
Average retail price · Source: AAA · Updated daily
Today's Average
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per gallon · regular unleaded
Vermont has a surprisingly low state tax (12¢/gallon) but pays above-average prices due to New England supply chain constraints and the state's small, dispersed population limiting station competition. Burlington and the I-89 corridor are the most price-competitive areas.
⛽ Gas Tax: 12¢/gallon
Ranked #9 most expensive nationally
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Vermont Gas Price FAQ
Why is Vermont gas expensive despite a low state tax?
Vermont's low tax is offset by high operating costs — small station volumes (fewer cars per square mile than any other state), New England supply chain premiums, and higher labor costs relative to rural southern states all push pump prices up.
Where is gas cheapest in Vermont?
Burlington and the Lake Champlain corridor have the most station competition and lowest prices. Near the New Hampshire border, prices are often competitive with NH stations. Maplefields is Vermont's regional budget chain.
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Vermont Gas Price — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average gas price in Vermont today?
Vermont gas prices are updated daily from AAA data. Check back for today's average.
Why are gas prices lower in Vermont than the national average?
Vermont benefits from favorable regional factors.
What is Vermont's gas tax?
Vermont's state gas tax is approximately 32¢ 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 Vermont?
Gas prices in Vermont — 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. Vermont prices also tend to be lower in late fall and winter when summer-blend fuel requirements end.
Which cities in Vermont have the cheapest gas?
Gas prices vary by city within Vermont based on local competition, distance from fuel terminals, and population density. Use our city pages to compare prices across Vermont: 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.