BATON ROUGE, LA – Average gasoline prices in Louisiana have increased 3.3 cents per gallon in the past week, reaching $2.72 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s latest survey of 2,436 stations across the state. Prices are now 5.4 cents higher than a month ago but remain 9 cents lower than this time last year.
Meanwhile, the national average price of gasoline has dropped 3.5 cents per gallon over the past week, now standing at $3.04 per gallon. The national average diesel price has also declined 2.4 cents, settling at $3.626 per gallon.
Statewide Price Variations
Gas prices in Louisiana continue to vary widely. According to GasBuddy:
- Lowest price recorded: $2.41 per gallon
- Highest price recorded: $3.39 per gallon
- Price gap between stations: 98 cents per gallon
Neighboring Cities Gas Price Trends
- Baton Rouge – $2.75 per gallon (Up 7.6 cents from last week)
- Jackson, MS – $2.64 per gallon (Down 1 cent from last week)
- New Orleans – $2.74 per gallon (Up 1.6 cents from last week)
Long-Term Pricing Trends
Looking at historical data, Louisiana gas prices remain lower than in recent years but continue a gradual upward trend:
- Feb. 3, 2024 – $2.81 per gallon
- Feb. 3, 2023 – $3.16 per gallon
- Feb. 3, 2022 – $3.11 per gallon
- Feb. 3, 2021 – $2.16 per gallon
- Feb. 3, 2020 – $2.14 per gallon
- Feb. 3, 2019 – $1.98 per gallon
Impact of Trade Tariffs on Fuel Prices
While gas prices have remained relatively stable in many parts of the country, global and national factors could soon shift the market.
“The national average has seen little meaningful change over the past week, as oil markets continue to face selling pressure,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “However, with President Trump imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico, some motorists may see gas prices inch up in certain regions.”
Canada is a key supplier of crude oil and refined products to the Great Lakes, Midwest, Rockies, and Northeast U.S. If tensions continue, tariffs could increase fuel costs in these regions, though global economic slowdowns could offset some of the potential price spikes.
Where to Track Gas Prices
Motorists looking for real-time fuel price data can check GasBuddy’s online resources, which update 288 times daily from 150,000 stations nationwide. Visit GasBuddy’s website for the latest pricing, trends, and station-level data.