Chattanooga, October 9, 2025
News Summary
Chattanooga has seen a slight increase in gas prices, now sitting at $2.72 per gallon, up $0.09 or 3.6% from last week. Meanwhile, the national average has decreased to $3.08 per gallon. Diesel prices in the area have gone down slightly, now at $3.21 per gallon. Statewide, Tennessee’s average gas price is at $2.75, with a notable difference between the cheapest and most expensive prices in Chattanooga. Historical data shows Chattanooga’s gas prices have been much higher in the past, reflecting volatile trends in both local and national markets.
Chattanooga Gas Prices Rise Slightly as National Average Declines
The current gas price in Chattanooga has risen to $2.72 per gallon, reflecting a weekly increase of $0.09 or 3.6%. In contrast, the national average gas price has declined slightly to $3.08 per gallon.
Tennessee’s state average gas price stands at $2.75 per gallon. Within Chattanooga, the cheapest gas price reported is $2.41 per gallon, while the most expensive is $2.99, leading to a difference of $0.58 per gallon in the local market.
In addition to gas, diesel prices have seen a slight decline. The current diesel price in Chattanooga is $3.21 per gallon, decreasing by $0.03 or 1.0% over the past week. Yearly, diesel has increased by $0.03 or 0.8%.
Gas Price Changes in Chattanooga
- Weekly change in gas price: +$0.09 (+3.6%)
- Yearly change in gas price: +$0.08 (+3.0%)
Gas Prices Statewide
The lowest gas price in Tennessee is $2.37 per gallon, while the highest stands at $3.69 per gallon. This indicates a range of $1.32 statewide, demonstrating significant variation within the state.
Historical Context
Historically, Chattanooga has seen much higher gas prices, with the highest recorded gas price hitting $4.60 per gallon on June 10, 2022. Similarly, the highest diesel price recorded was $5.52 per gallon on June 14, 2022.
National Price Trends
On a national scale, the average gas price decreased by 0.3 cents over the past week. This translates to a monthly decline of 10.8 cents and a yearly decline of 4.7 cents. The current national average diesel price sits at $3.663 per gallon.
Regional Influence on Prices
Gas prices in neighboring states are also seeing fluctuations largely due to varying regional factors. Notably, California is facing difficulties due to a refinery fire, which has contributed to higher prices in that state.
Summary of Current Prices
| Price Type | Price ($) | Change (Weekly) |
|---|---|---|
| Gas (Chattanooga) | 2.72 | +0.09 (3.6%) |
| Diesel (Chattanooga) | 3.21 | -0.03 (-1.0%) |
| National Average Gas | 3.08 | -0.003 |
| National Average Diesel | 3.663 | N/A |
FAQ
What is the current gas price in Chattanooga?
The current gas price in Chattanooga is $2.72 per gallon.
What is the Tennessee state average gas price?
The Tennessee state average gas price is $2.75 per gallon.
How much have gas prices changed in Chattanooga this week?
Gas prices in Chattanooga have increased by $0.09, which is a change of 3.6% this week.
What are the lowest and highest gas prices reported in Chattanooga?
The cheapest gas price in Chattanooga is $2.41 per gallon, while the most expensive is $2.99 per gallon.
What is the national average gas price?
The national average gas price is $3.08 per gallon.
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Additional Resources
- AOL News: Gas Prices in Chattanooga
- Wikipedia: Gasoline
- Chattanooga Pulse: Gas Prices Trend
- Google Search: Gas Prices Chattanooga
- Chattanoogan: Gas Prices Rise
- Google Scholar: Gas Prices
- Santa Fe New Mexican: Gas Price Changes
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gasoline Prices
- Citizen Tribune: Gas Price Changes
- Google News: Chattanooga Gas Prices
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