TAMPA, FL,
16
February
2026
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Florida Gas Prices are Slightly Higher than Last Week

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Florida gas prices  surged 9 cents midweek to reach a state average of $2.94 per gallon on Wednesday, before retreating 6 cents to $2.88 by Sunday. Despite the sharp swing, drivers are paying just 2 cents more than a week ago and still less than they were at this time last year.

“Price cycling is still driving these ups and downs at the pump,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Prices drop, spike, then drift lower again, but overall, they remain below year‑ago levels.”

Sunday’s average of $2.88 per gallon is:

  • 2 cents more than a week ago
  • 4 cents more than a month ago
  • 17 cents less than this time last year

Visit GasPrices.AAA.com to view state and local average gas prices

Regional Prices

  • Most expensive metro markets – West Palm Beach-Boca Raton ($3.03), Naples ($2.96), Gainesville ($2.94)
  • Least expensive metro markets – Crestview-Fort Walton Beach ($2.66), Panama City ($2.67), Pensacola ($2.75)

Ways to Save on Gasoline

  1. Combine errands to limit driving time.
  2. Drive conservatively. Avoid aggressive acceleration and speeding, which reduces fuel economy.
  3. Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds taken out of the vehicle improves fuel economy by 1-2 percent.
  4. Shop around for the best gas prices in your community by using the AAA mobile app.
  5. Pay with cash. Some retailers charge more per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.

AAA Resources for Drivers

  • Find the lowest gas prices in your area by using the free AAA mobile app.
  • Determine fuel costs for your trip by using the AAA's Gas Cost Calculator.
  • 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.
  • Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained to optimize its fuel economy. Visit AAA.com/AutoRepair to find a certified repair shop.

Find Florida Gas Prices

AAA GAS PRICE AVERAGES
(Price per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline)

Sunday

Saturday

Week Ago

Month Ago

One Year Ago

National

$2.927

$2.930

$2.897

$2.844

$3.160

Florida

$2.875

$2.892

$2.855

$2.834

$3.046

Georgia

$2.722

$2.726

$2.666

$2.659

$3.004

Click here to view current gasoline price averages

About AAA - The Auto Club Group

The Auto Club Group (ACG), named a 2026 Forbes Most Trusted Company in America, is the second-largest AAA club in North America, with more than 13 million members across 14 U.S. states and two U.S. territories. ACG and its affiliates provide members with roadside assistance, insurance products, financial services, travel offerings and more. ACG is part of the national AAA federation, which serves more than 66 million members across the United States and Canada. AAA’s mission is to protect and advance freedom of mobility and improve traffic safety. For more information, download the AAA Mobile app, visit AAA.com, and follow us on social media.