Oregon Gas Prices Surge Over 30 Cents in Past Month

Statewide average jumps nearly 15 cents in just one week, outpacing national trend

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Oregon's average gasoline prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, jumping 14.8 cents per gallon in the last week alone to reach an average of $3.60 per gallon statewide on Monday. Prices are now 30.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago, though still 9.8 cents lower than a year ago.

Why it matters

The rapid rise in gas prices is squeezing budgets for Oregon drivers, with the state's prices now significantly higher than the national average of $2.87 per gallon. This comes as refinery maintenance and the transition to summer gasoline blends put upward pressure on fuel costs across the country.

The details

According to the GasBuddy survey, the cheapest gas station in Oregon was priced at $2.69 per gallon on Sunday, while the most expensive was $4.69 per gallon - a difference of $2.00. Prices in urban areas like Eugene, Salem, and Portland have all risen by 13-16 cents per gallon in the past week.

  • On Monday, Oregon's average gas price was $3.60 per gallon.
  • Prices have risen 14.8 cents per gallon in the last week.
  • Prices are 30.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.
  • Prices are 9.8 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.

The players

GasBuddy

A PDI Technologies company that provides real-time fuel pricing data and helps consumers find the cheapest gas stations.

Patrick De Haan

The head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, who provided commentary on the factors driving the recent gas price increases.

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What they’re saying

“The national average price of gasoline continues to grind higher, and while the pace of increases remains modest for now, upward momentum could accelerate in the coming weeks as refinery maintenance intensifies and the broader transition to summer gasoline begins.”

— Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis (GasBuddy)

“However, supply-side dynamics could temper that seasonal pressure. If OPEC+ proceeds with resuming production increases following its first-quarter pause, additional barrels could cap crude oil's upside and limit the magnitude of the spring rally at the pump.”

— Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis (GasBuddy)

What’s next

Analysts will be closely watching whether OPEC+ follows through on plans to increase oil production, which could help offset some of the seasonal price pressures and limit the magnitude of the spring gas price rally.

The takeaway

The rapid rise in Oregon gas prices is squeezing household budgets, highlighting the volatility of fuel costs and the need for consumers to stay vigilant in finding the best prices. However, potential increases in global oil supply could help temper the seasonal upward pressure on prices in the coming months.