Arkansas Gasoline Prices Rose Last Week
The average cost of a gallon of gasoline in Arkansas climbed by 14.3 cents over the past week.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Inflation
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Gasoline prices in Arkansas have risen to an average of $4.07 per gallon, marking a 14.3-cent increase over the last week. This jump lags slightly behind the national average, which saw prices increase by 18.5 cents.
Why it matters
Rising fuel costs across Arkansas are driven by broader refinery issues in the Great Lakes region and global supply constraints. These regional price hikes reflect a larger volatility in energy markets that directly impacts local consumers.
Arkansas prices are 28.7 cents higher than one month ago and $1.31 higher than one year ago, based on surveys of 1,826 state gas stations. The state's local price spread ranges from a low of $3.69 to a high of $4.89 per gallon.
The details
Local price discrepancies across Arkansas span $1.20 per gallon between the cheapest and most expensive stations. These figures are influenced by tight diesel supplies resulting from international labor strikes on Russian oil refineries.
Timeline
September 21, 2021: Arkansas gas price was $2.84 per gallon.
September 21, 2022: Arkansas gas price was $3.21 per gallon.
September 21, 2023: Arkansas gas price was $3.42 per gallon.
September 21, 2024: Arkansas gas price was $2.77 per gallon.
September 21, 2025: Arkansas gas price was $2.76 per gallon.
Macro View
The recent rise in fuel costs follows the pattern set by the 2026 national gasoline price average of $4.44 per gallon. Local price fluctuations mirror the historical volatility often observed during shifts in global refinery capacity.
Rising gas prices at the pump directly reduce the disposable income of Arkansas families by increasing the weekly cost of commuting. Drivers may mitigate these costs by seeking out lower-priced stations, which currently vary by as much as $1.20 per gallon across the state.
The takeaway
Fuel costs remain susceptible to overseas developments and regional infrastructure maintenance. Consumers can manage these price fluctuations by monitoring local price gaps between different retail stations.
Further reading
For more information on national trends, visit the Inflation section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTLO.
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