GAS PRICES CONTINUE CLIMB HEADING INTO EASTER TEXAS

GAS PRICES CONTINUE CLIMB HEADING INTO EASTER TEXAS

Gas prices in 

Texas are surging as of April 4, 2026, with the statewide average hitting $3.81 per gallon—a 22-cent jump from last week and nearly a full dollar higher than last month. 

Current Texas Gas Price Snapshot

• Statewide Average: $3.81 per gallon for regular unleaded.
• Regional Highs: Midland leads the state at an average of $4.01, with El Paso also nearing the $4 mark at $3.91.
• Regional Lows: Amarillo remains the most affordable major metro at $3.27.
• Other City Averages:
  • Austin/Travis County: $3.86
  • Houston: $3.76
  • Dallas: $3.89
  • Tyler: $3.69 

Why Prices Are Climbing

The spike is primarily driven by escalating global tensions and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has pushed crude oil prices above $111 per barrel. Disruptions in key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz have further strained supply just as the spring and summer travel seasons begin

• Summer Outlook: Analysts warn that if global instability persists, prices could continue to rise toward record highs ($4.70+) by June.
• National Context: Texas remains below the national average of $4.09, though it has seen some of the sharpest percentage increases in the country over the last year. 

To help plan your holiday travel, you can use the AAA Gas Cost Calculator to estimate fuel expenses for your specific route.