Gas Prices Creep Up Across South Florida

Drivers in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach face higher costs at the pump

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Gas prices in South Florida have inched up again, with the average price per gallon reaching $2.89 in Miami-Dade, $2.91 in Fort Lauderdale, and $3.03 in West Palm Beach/Boca Raton as of Monday, February 23rd. While prices are still lower than a year ago, the increases are being driven by rising crude oil costs and localized supply constraints.

Why it matters

Rising gas prices can impact household budgets and the broader economy, as transportation costs affect everything from commuting to shipping and logistics. South Florida residents and businesses will need to adjust to the higher fuel costs, which come as the region continues to recover from the economic impacts of the pandemic.

The details

According to AAA, the average gas price across Florida on Monday was $2.87 per gallon, a 1-cent increase from the previous week. Prices varied across the state, with North Florida remaining the cheapest and Naples and Palm Beach County among the most expensive areas. The increases are being driven by rising crude oil prices and localized supply issues, including refinery outages and pipeline disruptions.

  • On Monday, February 23rd, the average gas price in Miami-Dade was $2.89, up 3 cents from the previous week.
  • On Monday, February 23rd, the average gas price in Fort Lauderdale was $2.91, up 2 cents from the previous week.
  • On Monday, February 23rd, the average gas price in West Palm Beach/Boca Raton was $3.03, up 1 cent from the previous week.

The players

Patrick De Haan

Head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, a national fuel monitoring service.

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What they’re saying

“Average gasoline prices continue to drift higher as crude oil trades near its highest level since last summer, driven by mounting geopolitical risk premiums tied to escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. While there has been no direct disruption to energy infrastructure, markets are increasingly pricing in the possibility of a broader exchange that could threaten supply flows. Beyond geopolitics, we're also seeing localized supply constraints, including refinery outages and disruptions along the Olympic Pipeline, which have amplified price pressures in the Pacific Northwest. These developments are unlikely to be isolated, as planned refinery maintenance is set to intensify in the weeks ahead. As seasonal supply tightens, the national average is increasingly likely to retest the $3-per-gallon threshold.”

— Patrick De Haan, Head of petroleum analysis (GasBuddy)

The takeaway

The rise in gas prices across South Florida is a reminder of the broader economic forces at play, including geopolitical tensions and supply chain issues, that can impact household budgets and the regional economy. Residents and businesses will need to adjust their spending and operations accordingly as fuel costs continue to fluctuate.