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As of August 21, 2026, the national average price for regular gas in the U.S. has risen to $4.11 per gallon, continuing a trend of increasing fuel costs. This increase is attributed to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and marks the highest average for August since 2022. Indiana has the lowest gas prices at $3.55 per gallon, while California has the highest at $5.59 per gallon.
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As of August 21, 2026, the national average price for regular gas in the U.S. has risen to $4.11 per gallon, continuing a trend of increasing fuel costs. This increase is attributed to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and marks the highest average for August since 2022. Indiana has the lowest gas prices at $3.55 per gallon, while California has the highest at $5.59 per gallon.
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Gas prices: National average rises to $4.11 per gallon
National Average Gas Price Reaches $4.11 per Gallon