Michigan Gas Prices Hover Around $4 Per Gallon

Metro Detroit sees some of the lowest prices in the state, but costs remain elevated compared to last year.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:27am

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Gas prices in Michigan have risen 4 cents per gallon in the past week, with the statewide average now hovering just under $4 per gallon for regular unleaded. While Metro Detroit is seeing some of the lowest prices in the state at an average of $3.92 per gallon, prices remain elevated compared to this time last year, up 82 cents. Experts warn that upward pressure on fuel prices is likely to persist due to global oil supply constraints.

Why it matters

Rising gas prices have a significant impact on household budgets and the overall economy, as transportation costs affect the prices of goods and services. The volatility in gas prices also creates uncertainty for consumers and businesses.

The details

According to AAA, Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $3.96 per gallon for regular unleaded, which is 97 cents more than last month and 82 cents more than this time last year. At that price, a 15-gallon tank of gas would cost about $59. While Metro Detroit's average price of $3.92 per gallon is slightly lower than the statewide average, it is still 81 cents more than this same time last year.

  • Gas prices in Michigan have risen 4 cents per gallon in the past week.
  • The statewide average price for regular unleaded is now just under $4 per gallon.
  • Metro Detroit's average gas price of $3.92 per gallon is about 1 cent less than last week's average.

The players

Adrienne Woodland

Spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group.

Patrick De Haan

Head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy.

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What they’re saying

“While that's a welcome sign for drivers, prices remain elevated and could change again depending on what happens with oil markets and demand.”

— Adrienne Woodland, Spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group

“The situation remains highly volatile and unpredictable, but upward pressure on fuel prices is likely to persist as long as global oil supplies are constrained by the continued disruption in the Strait.”

— Patrick De Haan, Head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy

The takeaway

The rise in Michigan gas prices, while slightly lower in Metro Detroit, highlights the ongoing volatility and uncertainty in the global oil market. Consumers and businesses will likely continue to feel the impact of these elevated fuel costs in the coming months.