Gas Prices Keep Rising in Missouri and Kansas Despite Iran Ceasefire

Uncertainty in global energy markets continues to drive volatility at the pump.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:19pm

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Despite a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, gas prices in Missouri and Kansas have continued to rise, with the average price for regular unleaded fuel reaching $3.66 per gallon in Missouri and $3.48 per gallon in Kansas. Analysts say the status of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping chokepoint, remains unclear under the ceasefire terms, contributing to the ongoing volatility in global energy markets.

Why it matters

The rise in gas prices is squeezing household budgets across the Midwest, as consumers face higher costs for transportation and goods. The volatility in energy markets also highlights the fragility of the global oil supply and the need for greater energy security and diversification.

The details

AAA reported that Missouri's average price for regular unleaded fuel hit $3.66 per gallon on April 9, up 17 cents from the previous week and 75 cents higher than a year ago. In Kansas, the average price reached $3.48 per gallon, also up 17 cents from the previous week and 61 cents higher than last year. The national average for regular unleaded fuel is $4.17 per gallon, up 9 cents from the previous week and 94 cents higher than a year ago.

  • On April 9, 2026, AAA reported the latest gas price data for Missouri and Kansas.
  • The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran was announced in the previous two weeks, briefly pushing crude oil prices below $100 per barrel.

The players

AAA

A non-profit organization that provides automotive and travel services, including monitoring and reporting on gas prices across the United States.

Strait of Hormuz

A critical shipping chokepoint through which 20% of the world's oil passes during peacetime, its status remains unclear under the terms of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire.

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What they’re saying

“'Missouri fuel prices continue to climb amid ongoing volatility in global oil and gas markets. As long as uncertainty in the markets remains, gas prices at local pumps will continue to fluctuate.'”

— Nick Chabarria, AAA spokesperson

What’s next

Analysts will continue to monitor the status of the Strait of Hormuz and any developments in the U.S.-Iran ceasefire that could further impact global oil supplies and prices.

The takeaway

The rise in gas prices in Missouri and Kansas, despite a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, highlights the ongoing volatility and fragility of the global energy market. Consumers in the Midwest are facing higher costs for transportation and goods, underscoring the need for greater energy security and diversification.