U.S. National Average Gasoline Price Reaches $4 Per Gallon

Why it matters locally: With Florida's population of over 22 million and its reliance on tourism and transportation, the national average gasoline price reaching $4 per gallon will likely increase costs for businesses and daily commuters across the state.

The average price of gasoline across the United States has reached $4 per gallon. This national figure incorporates prices from all states. Drivers in some states have paid gasoline prices exceeding $4 per gallon for a period preceding this national average.