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Idaho Gas Prices Climb Above $3 Per Gallon
Crude oil supply concerns linked to Iran conflict drive up costs at the pump
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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Gas prices in Idaho have risen above $3 per gallon on average, with the statewide average reaching $2.97 per gallon as of March 2. The increase is attributed to rising crude oil prices due to supply concerns stemming from the ongoing conflict in Iran. While some areas of the state still have prices below $3, experts warn that higher pump prices are likely on the horizon.
Why it matters
The rise in gas prices in Idaho is part of a broader trend impacting consumers across the state, as the conflict in Iran disrupts global crude oil supplies. This is putting a strain on household budgets and could have broader economic implications if the trend continues.
The details
According to AAA Idaho, the average gas price in the state has risen 12 cents from last month to $2.97 per gallon as of March 2. This places Idaho 14th nationally for most expensive gas. The increase is linked to crude oil prices rising to $74 per barrel, up from $71 earlier in the week, due to supply concerns related to the conflict in Iran. While the U.S. does not directly import oil from Iran, disruptions to global supply chains are affecting prices. Some areas of Idaho still have prices below $3 per gallon, but experts warn that higher prices are likely in the coming weeks as refineries switch to more expensive summer-blend fuel.
- As of March 2, the average gas price in Idaho was $2.97 per gallon.
- On March 4, several stations in Idaho were still selling gas below $3 per gallon.
- Crude oil prices rose from $71 per barrel on Monday to $74 per barrel on Wednesday.
The players
AAA Idaho
A non-profit organization that provides automotive and travel services, including monitoring and reporting on gas prices in Idaho.
Matthew Conde
The director of public affairs for AAA Idaho, who provided commentary on the factors driving the rise in gas prices.
What they’re saying
“On one hand, the crude oil market had time to account for some financial risk in the Middle East as forces mobilized, but a supply shortage somewhere affects the global picture. If tankers can't move products through the region, there could be ripple effects.”
— Matthew Conde, Director of Public Affairs, AAA Idaho (Idaho Business Review)
“We'll also start seeing refineries producing the more-expensive summer-blend fuel in the coming weeks. However way you slice it, higher pump prices are likely on the horizon.”
— Matthew Conde, Director of Public Affairs, AAA Idaho (Idaho Business Review)
What’s next
Experts warn that gas prices in Idaho are likely to continue rising in the coming weeks as refineries switch to more expensive summer-blend fuel and the global crude oil supply remains disrupted by the conflict in Iran.
The takeaway
The rise in gas prices in Idaho is part of a broader trend impacting consumers across the state, as the conflict in Iran disrupts global crude oil supplies. This is putting a strain on household budgets and could have broader economic implications if the trend continues, highlighting the vulnerability of local economies to global geopolitical events.
