News Summary

Gas prices in Massachusetts have remained stable for three consecutive weeks, averaging $2.92 per gallon. Despite a slight 3-cent increase from last month, prices are still down by 9% from a year ago. Comparatively, Massachusetts gas prices are 6.6% lower than the national average of $3.12. Regional variations show some areas like Pittsfield and Barnstable-Yarmouth with higher prices, while Hampshire County enjoys the lowest prices. Analysts predict a potential price increase of 15 to 50 cents in the coming weeks due to the seasonal transition.

Boston – Gas prices in Massachusetts remain steady for the third consecutive week at an average of $2.92 per gallon for regular fuel, according to recent data. This figure has seen a slight increase of approximately 3 cents compared to the previous month, reflecting ongoing fluctuations in fuel pricing that have characterized the area for the past year.

As of last week, Massachusetts gas prices are 6.6% lower than the national average of $3.12 per gallon. In contrast, the national average experienced a minor reduction from the prior average of $3.15. A year ago, the average price of gas in Massachusetts was significantly higher at $3.22 per gallon, pointing to a yearly decrease of 9%.

Over the past year, Massachusetts has seen a range of gas prices, with lows recorded at $2.88 on April 14, 2025, and peaks at $3.60 on April 29, 2024. In recent developments, Boston 25 Now noted a 4-cent increase since the previous month, but gas prices still reflect nearly a 50-cent drop compared to this time last year.

Regional Price Variations

Prices for gasoline vary significantly within the state. The areas with the highest gas prices include:

Pittsfield: $3.01
Barnstable-Yarmouth: $3.00
Cambridge-Newton-Framingham: $2.98
Boston: $2.95
Springfield: $2.94
Worcester: $2.94
Seekonk: $2.85

Among these, Suffolk County has recorded the highest average gas prices, ranging from $4.24 to $3.15, while Hampshire County currently enjoys the lowest prices, with gasoline costing between $2.93 and $2.89 per gallon.

Future Expectations

Looking ahead, analysts suggest that gasoline prices may escalate by 15 to 50 cents in the coming weeks. This anticipated increase coincides with the seasonal transition to summer blend gasoline, which is formulated to minimize evaporation during warmer months and is hence more expensive to produce.

Context on National Trends

Gas prices across the United States vary widely, with the lowest prices recorded in Mississippi at $2.68, and California experiencing the highest at $4.81. Additionally, concerns regarding President Trump’s tariffs on imports have been raised, although it is noteworthy that oil and gas imports are exempt from these tariffs.

As the state navigates the complexities of fuel pricing, drivers in Massachusetts are affected by both local and national trends. Understanding these price structures is vital for consumers as they plan their travel expenses moving forward.