Gas Prices Spike Across Phoenix and U.S.

Arizona's average gas price jumps over 50 cents in days, hitting $3.86 per gallon.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The average price of regular gasoline in Arizona has surged more than 50 cents in just a few days, according to AAA, leaving the state's average at around $3.86 per gallon as of Monday. The national average gas price stands at $3.48 per gallon.

Why it matters

Rising gas prices impact household budgets and the broader economy, as transportation costs increase for both consumers and businesses. This latest spike in Arizona comes amid ongoing volatility in global oil markets.

The details

AAA reports that the average price of regular gasoline in Arizona jumped from around $3.35 per gallon last week to the current average of $3.86 per gallon, a rise of over 50 cents in just a few days. Nationally, the average gas price stands at $3.48 per gallon.

  • As of Monday, March 9, 2026, the average gas price in Arizona was around $3.86 per gallon.

The players

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The takeaway

This sharp increase in gas prices in Arizona and across the country will put additional strain on household budgets and business costs, underscoring the ongoing volatility in global energy markets that consumers continue to grapple with.