Kingsport-Bristol, TN, October 7, 2025
News Summary
The Kingsport-Bristol metropolitan area has seen a minor decline in fuel prices, with the average gas price dropping to $2.69 per gallon, down by $0.02 this week. Diesel prices are also down, now at $3.29 per gallon. In contrast, Tennessee’s overall gas prices have increased slightly. Historical highs for fuel in the region were recorded in mid-2022, but recent trends show small decreases. Comparative markets across Tennessee reveal a mix of gas prices, with some cities maintaining higher averages.
Kingsport-Bristol, TN – Fuel prices in the Kingsport-Bristol metropolitan area have shown a slight decrease, with the current average gas price sitting at $2.69 per gallon. This represents a weekly decline of $0.02, or -0.6%, and a yearly drop of $0.01, or -0.4%. The state’s average gas price is also on the decline, with Tennessee’s current average at $2.75 per gallon as of October 3.
Across the state, Tennessee has experienced a weekly increase in gas prices, rising by $0.03, or +1.2%, and a yearly increase of $0.05, or +1.7%. The historical high gas price recorded in the Kingsport-Bristol area was $4.61 per gallon on June 12, 2022.
Diesel prices in the Kingsport area also saw a weekly decrease of $0.02, settling at $3.29 per gallon, which reflects a -0.6% change. Yearly, the diesel price has decreased by $0.03, or -1.0%. The historical record for diesel prices in Kingsport was $5.66 on June 12, 2022.
State and National Comparisons
Tennessee ranks among states with varying gas prices with some of the most expensive prices being in Nashville at $2.84, followed closely by Jackson at $2.83, and Cleveland at $2.81. Comparatively, the metro area with the least expensive gas nationally is Lawton, OK, where gas prices are currently $2.42.
Other areas with lower prices include Tulsa, OK at $2.46 and Casper, WY at $2.50. States with the least expensive gas overall include Oklahoma at $2.64, Mississippi at $2.69, and Louisiana at $2.74.
Diesel Prices in Tennessee
The current average diesel price in Tennessee is $3.42 per gallon, with a weekly increase of $0.02, or +0.7%. Yearly changes indicate an increase of $0.12, or +3.8%. The historical high for diesel in Tennessee occurred on June 15, 2022, when it peaked at $5.64 per gallon.
While the Kingsport-Bristol area has seen slight reductions in fuel prices recently, it remains to be seen how these trends will progress with various factors influencing state and national markets.
Summary of Current Fuel Prices
| Region | Gas Price (per gallon) | Diesel Price (per gallon) |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsport-Bristol | $2.69 | $3.29 |
| Tennessee Average | $2.75 | $3.42 |
Historical High Prices
- Kingsport-Bristol Gas: $4.61 (June 12, 2022)
- Kingsport-Bristol Diesel: $5.66 (June 12, 2022)
- Tennessee Gas: $4.64 (June 12, 2022)
- Tennessee Diesel: $5.64 (June 15, 2022)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current gas price in the Kingsport-Bristol area?
The current gas price in Kingsport-Bristol, TN metro area is $2.69.
What is the weekly change in gas prices for Kingsport?
The weekly change in Kingsport gas price is -$0.02 (-0.6%).
What is the current diesel price in Kingsport?
The current diesel price in Kingsport is $3.29.
What historical high gas price was recorded in Kingsport?
The historical high gas price in Kingsport is $4.61 (recorded on June 12, 2022).
What are some areas with the least expensive gas in the U.S.?
The metro area with the least expensive gas is Lawton, OK ($2.42), followed by Tulsa, OK ($2.46) and Casper, WY ($2.50).
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Additional Resources
- Citizen Tribune
- Wikipedia: Gasoline
- Clarksville Now
- Google Search: Tennessee gas prices
- WJHL News
- Google Scholar: Tennessee fuel market
- The Mountain Press
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gas prices in Tennessee
- WGNS Radio
- Google News: US fuel prices
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