Tennessee, September 20, 2025
News Summary
Tennessee’s average gas price holds at $2.79 per gallon as of September 19, showing minimal yearly rise. National average is $3.17. Diesel prices also subtlety declined. Factors include reduced gasoline demand and increased supply. Seasonal trends may lead to lower prices in the coming months.
Nashville
The average gas price in Tennessee has remained stable at $2.79 per gallon as of September 19, experiencing no change over the past week. This price represents a minimal increase of $0.01 or 0.2% compared to the previous year.
In the past week, Tennessee gas prices saw a significant dip of six cents on average. The current average gas price is four cents higher than one month ago and consistent with the same price one year ago. In comparison, the national average gas price currently stands at $3.17 per gallon, which has decreased by two cents.
Regional Gas Prices
The most expensive gas prices in Tennessee can be found in metropolitan areas such as:
- Nashville: $2.85
- Cleveland: $2.84
- Jackson: $2.82
- Memphis: $2.80
- Knoxville: $2.80
- Johnson City: $2.77
- Morristown: $2.74
- Kingsport-Bristol: $2.73
- Chattanooga: $2.72
- Clarksville-Hopkinsville: $2.71
In terms of diesel prices, the current average stands at $3.41 per gallon. Diesel prices have seen a minor weekly decrease of $0.01 or -0.3%, with a yearly increase of $0.08 or 2.4%. The historical highest diesel price recorded was $5.64 on June 15, 2022.
Influencing Factors
The decline in gas prices is tied to a decrease in gasoline demand, which dropped from 9.11 million barrels per day to 8.50 million last week. Concurrently, domestic gasoline supply increased from 218.5 million barrels to 220 million barrels, while the production of gasoline slightly fell to an average of 9.6 million barrels per day. Also, the price of West Texas Intermediate crude oil rose by $1.04, now sitting at $63.67 per barrel.
Furthermore, crude oil inventories in the U.S. experienced an increase of 3.9 million barrels, reaching a total of 424.6 million barrels, which is approximately 3% below the five-year average.
Looking Ahead
Consumers might experience cheaper prices in the upcoming months due to seasonal trends such as transitioning to cooler weather and lower gasoline demand. These factors could contribute to a favorable pricing environment as Tennessee enters the fall season.
FAQ
What is the current average gas price in Tennessee?
The current average gas price in Tennessee is $2.79 per gallon as of September 19.
How have gas prices changed in the past week?
The weekly change in gas prices is $0.00 (0.0%).
What is the yearly change in gas prices in Tennessee?
The yearly change in gas prices is +$0.01 (+0.2%).
What were the historical highest gas prices recorded?
The historical highest gas price was $4.64 on June 12, 2022.
What is the current diesel price in Tennessee?
The current diesel price is $3.41 per gallon.
How have diesel prices changed recently?
The weekly change in diesel prices is -$0.01 (-0.3%).
What was the historical highest diesel price?
The historical highest diesel price recorded was $5.64 on June 15, 2022.
Key Gas Price Features
| Category | Current Price | Change – Weekly | Change – Yearly | Historical High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Price | $2.79 per gallon | $0.00 (0.0%) | +$0.01 (+0.2%) | $4.64 |
| Diesel Price | $3.41 per gallon | – $0.01 (-0.3%) | +$0.08 (+2.4%) | $5.64 |
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Additional Resources
- Clarksville Now
- Wikipedia: Gasoline
- Elizabethton
- Google Search: Tennessee Gas Prices
- WBBJ TV
- Google Scholar: Tennessee Gas Prices 2025
- Williamson Source
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tennessee Gas Prices
- Clarksville Online
- Google News: Tennessee Gas Prices
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