- Gas prices are expected to drop for the third consecutive year, with the national average falling to $3.22 per gallon, down from $3.33 in 2024, saving drivers billions of dollars.
- Prices will fluctuate monthly, and regional disparities in gas prices are expected to widen even further.
- Increased U.S. oil production and moderating global demand are stabilizing fuel markets, reducing reliance on foreign oil.
- Geopolitical tensions, extreme weather and policy shifts could introduce volatility to gas prices.
For American drivers, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of continued relief at the gas pump, with experts predicting a third consecutive year of declining fuel prices.
The national average for a gallon of gasoline is expected to drop to $3.22, down from $3.33 in 2024, according to GasBuddy’s 2025 Fuel Price Outlook. This decline marks a welcome reprieve for families and businesses alike, as the cost of living remains a pressing concern for millions of Americans.
The projected drop in gas prices is not just a minor blip on the radar – it’s being interpreted as a significant shift that could save drivers billions of dollars annually.
Total spending on gasoline in the United States is forecasted to ball to $410.8 billion by the end of the year, an eight percent decline from the $423.1 billion spent in 2024.
This reduction in fuel costs will provide much-needed breathing room for households already grappling with high prices for essentials like food, housing, and utilities. (Related: Big Oil returns to core strengths, retreats from green energy investments as climate agenda loses steam.)
However, the road to lower gas prices won’t be entirely smooth. Monthly fluctuations are expected throughout the year, with prices expected to peak at around April at an average of $3.53 per gallon before gradually declining to a predicted $2.89 by December.
These seasonal swings are driven by factors such as increased demand during the summer travel season and the transition to summer-blend gasoline, which is more expensive to produce due to stricter environmental regulations.
Regional disparities will also play a significant role in determining how much drivers pay at the pump. While states like Oklahoma, Mississippi and Texas are expected to enjoy some of the lowest prices in the nation – hovering around $2.50 to $2.60 per gallon – West Coast cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco will likely face much steeper costs, with prices potentially climbing back into the $5 to $6 range. This disparity is largely due to high state fuel taxes and stringent environmental mandates that drive up costs for consumers.
Diesel prices, which impact the cost of transporting goods and services, are also expected to decline, with the national average projected to fall to $3.48 per gallon in 2025. This drop could help ease inflationary pressures on goods and services, providing a ripple effect of economic benefits.
Dropping gas prices influenced by booming domestic oil production and moderating global demand
The decline in gas prices is being driven by several key factors, including booming domestic oil production and moderating global demand.
The U.S. is now the world’s leading producer of crude oil, averaging a record-breaking 12.9 million barrels per day in 2023. This surge in production has helped stabilize fuel markets and reduce reliance on foreign oil, a critical step toward energy independence.
However, experts caution that the road ahead is not without risks. Geopolitical tensions, extreme weather events and potential policy shifts under the new administration could introduce volatility into the fuel markets. For example, ongoing conflicts such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, coupled with uncertainties over President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff and trade policies, could disrupt global supply chains and push prices higher.
Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, emphasized that while lower prices are expected for most of the year, these emerging risks could create challenges.
«Geopolitical uncertainties, potential disruptions from extreme weather, and policy shifts under the new administration could create challenges for fuel markets,» he said.
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