Chattanooga, September 16, 2025
News Summary
In Chattanooga, average gasoline prices have decreased by 10.3 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $2.67 per gallon. Despite this drop, prices remain higher than a month ago and last year. The cheapest station currently offers gas at $2.49 per gallon, while the most expensive reaches $2.99, illustrating notable price variation. As the nation prepares for a transition to winter gasoline, further declines in prices are anticipated, providing possible relief to local drivers amidst fluctuating trends.
Chattanooga
Average gasoline prices in Chattanooga have dropped by 10.3 cents per gallon over the past week, bringing the current average to $2.67 per gallon. This decrease may offer some relief for local drivers, although prices remain higher than they were a month ago and compared to the same time last year.
As of yesterday, the cheapest gas station in Chattanooga was priced at $2.49 per gallon, while the most expensive station charged $2.99, resulting in a significant 50.0 cents per gallon difference. This price disparity illustrates the variation in costs among different gas stations in the area.
Currently, gasoline prices in Chattanooga are 6.0 cents per gallon higher than they were one month ago. Furthermore, these prices reflect a rise of 16.8 cents per gallon compared to the same period last year.
Throughout Tennessee, the lowest reported gasoline price was $2.34 per gallon, while the highest reached $3.49, creating a notable $1.15 per gallon difference. In Tennessee, Chattanooga’s gas prices mirror a similar situation seen across the country, where gas prices have fluctuated in recent weeks.
While gas prices in many states have decreased, the West Coast region, especially Oregon and Washington, faced specific challenges related to infrastructure that influenced pricing stability. Despite this, experts anticipate improvements in the West Coast market, which could lead to continued reductions in average gas prices across most regions.
Current Gas Pricing Trends
The national average price of gasoline has decreased by 3.6 cents per gallon in the last week, now averaging $3.12 per gallon. This marks a decline of 1.8 cents compared to a month ago and 2.8 cents lower than prices seen last year. The average price for diesel fuel has also seen a slight decline, now standing at $3.658 per gallon—down by 2.6 cents from the prior week.
Upcoming Changes
Starting tomorrow, a transition to cheaper winter gasoline will commence across most of the nation, which might contribute to further declines in gasoline prices. This expected change could bring additional easing to the financial burden on drivers in the coming weeks.
GasBuddy Survey Insights
The data regarding Chattanooga’s gas prices is sourced from GasBuddy, which updates prices from 170 gas stations in the area 288 times daily. GasBuddy is recognized for its extensive gas price data, covering over 150,000 stations nationwide while offering both historical pricing data and reporting insights.
Summary of Gas Prices
The trends in gasoline pricing provide a mixed outlook for consumers. Although prices have dropped recently, they remain higher than they were last month and last year. The coming shift to winter gasoline is hoped to offer additional price relief across the nation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current average gas price in Chattanooga?
The current average gas price in Chattanooga is $2.67 per gallon.
How much did gas prices drop last week?
Gas prices fell by 10.3 cents per gallon in the last week.
How do Chattanooga gas prices compare to last month?
Gas prices in Chattanooga are 6.0 cents per gallon higher than they were last month.
Are gas prices in Chattanooga higher than a year ago?
Yes, they are 16.8 cents per gallon higher than they were a year ago.
What factors are influencing current gas prices?
Regional infrastructure challenges and the transition to winter gasoline are influencing current gas prices.
Gas Price Overview Chart
| Location | Average Price ($) | Lowest Price ($) | Highest Price ($) | Weekly Change ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | 2.67 | 2.49 | 2.99 | -0.103 |
| Tennessee | N/A | 2.34 | 3.49 | N/A |
| Nationwide | 3.12 | N/A | N/A | -0.036 |
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Additional Resources
- Chattanooga Pulse: Local Gas Prices Drop Just Over 10 Cents a Gallon
- Wikipedia: Gasoline
- Chattanoogan: Gas Prices Rise 5.7 Cents In Chattanooga
- Google Search: Chattanooga gas prices
- Chattanooga Pulse: Local Gas Prices Up Nearly 10 Cents a Gallon
- Google Scholar: Gas Price Trends Chattanooga
- Chattanooga Pulse: Gas Prices Rise Over 12 Cents a Gallon Locally
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gas Prices
- Chattanooga Pulse: Gas Prices Fall Five Cents a Gallon Locally
- Google News: Chattanooga gas prices
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