Iowa Fuel Prices Edge Higher in Latest Report

Gas and diesel costs rise slightly, while natural gas prices decline

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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According to the latest report from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) and AAA-Iowa, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in the state rose four cents to $2.54 as of February 11, 2026. The national average also increased by five cents to $2.94 per gallon. Iowa retail diesel prices climbed eight cents to an average of $3.45 per gallon, though still 22 cents below the national average of $3.67. Natural gas prices were the only category to see a decline, falling 32 cents at the Henry Hub reporting site to $3.15 per MMBtu.

Why it matters

Fuel prices are a key economic indicator that impact both consumers and businesses across Iowa. While the increases are modest, they reflect ongoing volatility in global energy markets and could put pressure on household budgets and transportation costs for the state's industries.

The details

The report shows prices at the Des Moines Terminal stood at $1.60 for E10, $1.83 for Unleaded 87, $2.35 for ULSD #2, $2.64 for ULSD #1, and $1.74 for E70. Heating fuel prices also rose, with propane up one cent to $1.63 per gallon and home heating oil climbing two cents to $2.94 per gallon.

  • The report covers fuel prices as of Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS)

A state government agency that monitors and reports on Iowa's agricultural and energy markets, including fuel prices.

AAA-Iowa

The Iowa branch of the national automobile association that tracks and publishes data on fuel prices and other transportation-related information.

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The takeaway

While fuel prices in Iowa remain below national averages, the modest increases reported here are a reminder of the ongoing volatility in global energy markets and the impact that can have on consumers and businesses across the state.