Drivers in these states pay the most for gas

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4 days ago

For many Americans, the cost of gasoline is a key indicator of how the economy is doing. While prices at the pump can be influenced by a number of factors, including global oil markets, geopolitics and seasonal demand, fuel costs still shape public opinion.
So far, gas prices have been relatively stable this summer, compared with previous, more volatile seasons. Even with lower costs nationwide, what people pay in each county can vary dramatically. Drivers in California, Hawaii, Washington and Oregon pay the most. In California's case, the state requires drivers to use a special blend of gas to reduce pollution, a process that can cost more and relies mostly on in-state refineries. Washington and Oregon have similar but less strict low carbon fuel standard programs. Other factors that can drive up prices include distance from refineries, transportation costs, market competition and gas taxes. California, Illinois and Pennsylvania have the highest gasoline taxes in the nation.
View the map and table to see where people pay the most for gas.