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Pennsylvania Gas Prices Surge Past $4.15 Statewide
Highest averages hit $4.25 in Mifflin County as global conflicts impact fuel markets.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:56am
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Pennsylvania's average gas price rose to $4.15 per gallon overnight, continuing an upward trend that has pushed prices $1.03 higher since the start of the war in Iran. The highest averages were reported in Mifflin County at $4.25 per gallon and Perry County at $4.21, while the lowest in the Susquehanna Valley were in Franklin County at $4.07 and York County at $4.10.
Why it matters
Rising gas prices have a significant impact on household budgets and the overall economy, as transportation costs increase for both consumers and businesses. The ongoing global conflicts and supply concerns continue to put pressure on fuel markets, leading to volatility in gas prices across Pennsylvania.
The details
According to AAA, Pennsylvania's average price for a gallon of regular gas rose by one cent overnight to $4.15. The highest average gas prices in the state were reported in Mifflin County at $4.25 per gallon and Perry County at $4.21. In the Susquehanna Valley, Adams County averaged $4.18, while Dauphin and Juniata counties each came in at $4.16. The lowest average gas prices in the Susquehanna Valley were found in Franklin County at $4.07 and York County at $4.10. Lebanon County averaged $4.12, followed by Lancaster County at $4.14.
- The gas price increase occurred overnight on April 6, 2026.
The players
AAA
A non-profit organization that provides automotive and travel services, including monitoring and reporting on gas prices across the United States.
The takeaway
The continued rise in gas prices across Pennsylvania is a significant burden on households and the broader economy, as transportation costs increase. The volatility in fuel markets due to global conflicts and supply concerns highlights the need for long-term solutions to address energy security and sustainability.
