
Gas Prices Set a September Record at $4.33 a Gallon Before Easing in October
The U.S. average price for regular gasoline was $4.33 a gallon in September 2026, according to AAA, a record for the month and 50 cents above the previous September high set in 2023. Prices eased to $4.37 by October 4, but drivers are still paying about $1.21 more per gallon than a year ago. Key Takeaways


































