AAA: Michigan Gas Prices Hold Steady, Up Just a Penny From Last Week

The Michigan state average is 11 cents less than this time last month

DEARBORN, Mich., (August 31, 2026) - Gas prices in Michigan are up 1 cent from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.17 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 11 cents less than this time last month but still 84 cents more than this time last year.

Motorists are paying an average of $62 for a full 15-gallon tank of gasoline; an increase of about $11 from 2025's highest price last August.

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand increased from 8.68 million barrels per day to 9.04 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 209.4 million barrels to 206.8 million. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 9.8 million barrels per day.

At the close of Friday’s formal trading session, WTI fell 13 cents to settle at $83.40 a barrel. The EIA reports that crude oil inventories increased by 0.1 million barrels from the previous week. At 428.9 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are 1% above the five-year average for this time of year.

As Americans prepare to closeout summer with Labor Day getaways, this year’s holiday road trip will cost more at the pump. On Labor Day 2025, Michigan’s average price of gasoline was $3.30 per gallon.

"Michigan gas prices have remained relatively stable ahead of Labor Day weekend, increasing by just one penny from a week ago," said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group. "While this stability is welcome, Michigan drivers will still pay more at the pump this holiday than they did last year. Travelers should budget accordingly and make sure their vehicles are road-trip ready before hitting the road."

Compared to last week, Metro Detroit’s average daily gas price decreased. Metro Detroit’s current average is $4.17 per gallon, about 4 cents less than last week’s average but still 86 cents more than this same time last year.

Click here to view AAA's state and metro gas averages

• Most expensive gas price averages:  Jackson ($4.26), Ann Arbor ($4.22), Lansing ($4.20)
• Least expensive gas price averages: Marquette ($3.99), Traverse City ($4.04), Flint ($4.07)

Find Local Gas Prices

• Daily national, state, and metro gas price averages can be found at Gasprices.aaa.com
• Motorists can find the lowest gas prices on their smartphone or tablet with the free AAA Mobile app. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel and access AAA roadside assistance.

Ways to Save on Gasoline

• Combine errands to limit driving time.
• Shop around for the best gas prices in your community.
• Consider paying cash. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.
• Remove excess weight in your vehicle.
• Drive conservatively. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduces fuel economy.
• Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell's Fuel Rewards program can save 30 cents per gallon on their first fill-up and 5 cents per gallon each additional trip to the pump. Click here for more information. Members can also save money when buying gasoline, diesel, and propane at Love's Travel Stops in select states. Click here to learn more.

                            CURRENT AND PAST PRICE AVERAGES

                                       Regular Unleaded Gasoline

Gas Price Survey Methodology

Every day up to 130,000 stations in the nation and more than 4,200 stations in Michigan are surveyed based on credit card swipes and direct feeds in cooperation with the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) and Wright Express for unmatched statistical reliability. All average retail prices in this report are for a gallon of regular, unleaded gasoline. 

AAA updates fuel price averages daily at www.GasPrices.AAA.com.