New Berlin E15 Prices Lag Behind Nearby Cities

Report shows New Berlin drivers paying around $2.25 per gallon for E15, while Waukesha County saw a low of $2.15 in late January.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A new report has found that New Berlin drivers are paying slightly higher prices for E15 gasoline compared to nearby communities in Waukesha County. The lowest E15 price in the county during the week ending January 31st was $2.15 per gallon, while New Berlin residents have been seeing prices around $2.25 per gallon. Despite the slight premium, both Wisconsin and national averages for E15 continue to trend downward as oil supplies grow.

Why it matters

As one of the most visible alternative fuel options, the price of E15 is an important factor for New Berlin drivers looking to save money at the pump. While the city's prices are not dramatically higher than the county average, any price difference could impact consumer behavior and adoption of cleaner fuel alternatives.

The details

The report compared E15 prices in New Berlin to nearby communities in Waukesha County. It found that the lowest E15 price in the county during the week ending January 31st was $2.15 per gallon, while New Berlin drivers have been seeing prices around $2.25 per gallon. The report notes that both Wisconsin and national averages for E15 continue to edge downward as oil supplies grow, indicating that New Berlin's slightly higher prices may be temporary.

  • The report looked at E15 prices in the week ending January 31, 2026.
  • New Berlin drivers have been seeing prices around $2.25 per gallon in recent weeks.

The players

Waukesha County

The county where New Berlin is located, which saw the lowest E15 price of $2.15 per gallon in the week ending January 31.

New Berlin

The city in Wisconsin where drivers have been paying around $2.25 per gallon for E15 in recent weeks.

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The takeaway

While New Berlin's E15 prices are slightly higher than the Waukesha County average, the difference is relatively small. As alternative fuel options continue to grow in popularity, monitoring local pricing trends can help consumers make informed decisions about their transportation costs.