Michigan and Metro Detroit Gas Prices Drop After 5-Week Climb

Prices remain elevated compared to 2025 but offer some relief for drivers.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:34am

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Gas prices in Michigan and the Detroit metro area have dropped by 9 cents per gallon over the past week, marking the first decrease in over a month. The statewide average price is now $3.87 per gallon, while the Detroit average is $3.89 per gallon. However, prices are still significantly higher than this time last year, with the state average 63 cents more and the Detroit average 66 cents more.

Why it matters

Fluctuating gas prices have a significant impact on household budgets and the broader economy. After a prolonged period of increases, this drop in prices provides some relief for Michigan drivers, though costs remain elevated compared to 2025 levels.

The details

According to AAA Michigan, the decrease in prices is attributed to a drop in gas demand and supply, though the price of crude oil rose over $11 per barrel at the end of last week. The most expensive gas price averages are in Marquette ($4.02), Benton Harbor ($3.91), and Ann Arbor ($3.91), while the least expensive are in Flint ($3.71), Saginaw ($3.79), and Lansing ($3.81).

  • On April 6, 2026, the average gas price in Michigan dropped 9 cents per gallon over the previous week.
  • The current Michigan average of $3.87 per gallon is 60 cents more than a month ago and 63 cents more than this time last year.
  • The current Detroit metro average of $3.89 per gallon is 66 cents more than a month ago.

The players

AAA Michigan

A nonprofit auto club that provides roadside assistance, travel planning, and fuel price data for the state of Michigan.

Adrienne Woodland

A spokesperson for AAA Michigan who commented on the recent drop in gas prices.

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What they’re saying

“After more than five weeks of steady increases, Michigan drivers are finally getting a break at the pump. Even with this recent relief, prices remain elevated, and ongoing increases in crude oil could quickly push gas prices higher again.”

— Adrienne Woodland, AAA Michigan Spokesperson

The takeaway

While the recent drop in gas prices in Michigan and the Detroit metro area provides some relief for drivers, the costs remain significantly higher than a year ago. Fluctuations in crude oil prices will continue to impact what consumers pay at the pump, underscoring the volatility of the energy market.