News Summary
Florida has seen a rise in gas prices, with the average reaching $3.06 per gallon in Miami, reflecting a 7-cent increase from last week. While this marks a decrease compared to the same time last year, regional disparities persist, with North Florida offering cheaper prices, while areas like Naples face higher costs. National average gas prices remain steady, but potential geopolitical factors could influence further changes. Residents are encouraged to use apps like GasBuddy to track fluctuations in their regions.
Florida experienced a rise in gas prices as of Monday, August 18, with the average price recorded at $3.06 per gallon in the Miami area. While this marks a 7-cent increase from the previous week, it reflects a decrease of approximately 6 cents from a month ago and 25 cents lower than prices from the same time last year. The overall statewide average gas price for Florida also stands at $3.06, up by 4 cents compared to the prior week.
The increase in gas prices has captured the attention of residents, particularly in light of the variation across different regions within the state. North Florida continues to offer the cheapest gas prices, while Naples and Palm Beach County record the highest. In the Miami area, the cheapest gas price available is $2.62, juxtaposed with the most expensive price reaching $4.39. Additionally, Fort Lauderdale’s average gas price is pegged at $3.08, and West Palm Beach/Boca Raton shows an average of $3.21, both reflecting increases from the previous week.
The reported regional gas prices on August 18, according to AAA data, illustrate notable differences across Florida’s metropolitan areas. The averages included Bradenton/Sarasota at $3.05, Daytona Beach at $3.07, and Fort Myers at $3.06, while Panama City and Pensacola featured lower prices at $2.85 and $2.88 respectively. This pattern of pricing highlights the fluctuation and disparities in fuel costs experienced by residents across the state.
Despite the recent increases in gas prices, the national average has stayed steady at $3.13, showing little change from the prior week. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, indicated that the national average has remained stable, with prices largely consistent within the low-$3 range throughout much of 2025. However, Florida’s gas prices are currently around 3.7% lower than the national average.
Price cycling within the state is contributing to the noticeable week-to-week variations in gas costs, contrasting the more consistent prices noted in states without such cycling markets. Future developments, such as potential geopolitical negotiations involving Russia and Ukraine, may influence oil prices and potentially lead to further changes in gas prices, especially if sanctions are eased.
In addition to gas prices, diesel prices have also seen a slight upward tick. The current average diesel price stands at $3.63, which is up 2 cents from the previous week but down 6 cents when compared to last year.
Historical data showcases that the lowest gas price in Florida over the last year was $2.85, recorded on May 12, 2025, with the peak being $3.24 as recently as August 19, 2024. Meanwhile, the cities with the highest gas prices in Florida are ranked, with West Palm Beach-Boca Raton averaging $3.22, followed by Naples at $3.14. Other cities such as Homosassa Springs, Sebring, and Ocala also fall within the higher ranges of gas prices.
Conversely, the metropolitan areas with the most affordable gas include Crestview-Fort Walton Beach at $2.83, Panama City at $2.87, and Pensacola at $2.89, showing a stark contrast to the more expensive zones throughout the state.
Residents in Florida may consider utilizing resources like the GasBuddy app to help track current gas prices and monitor fuel availability in their regions, ensuring that they have access to the best prices possible amid the fluctuating market.
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- WFTV: How Gas Prices Have Changed in Florida
- Wikipedia: Gasoline
- Florida Today: Weekly Gas Prices
- Google Search: Florida gas prices
- AAA Newsroom: Florida Gas Prices
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Petroleum
- Miami Herald: Recent Gas Prices
- Google News: Florida gas prices
- Stacker: Orlando Gas Prices
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