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How Hawaii’s Spike in Gas Prices Compares to the Nation
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Here’s How Hawaii’s Spike in Gas Prices Compares to the Nation

by Samuel Stebbins, 24/7 Wall St. via The Center Square, March 8, 2022

Fuel prices are surging in the United States, hitting highs not seen in nearly a decade and a half. The average cost of a gallon of regular gasoline now stands at $4.06, 62 cents more than just one month ago.

The price spike is due to several factors. Most notably, the Russian invasion of Ukraine is leading to reduced supply of oil and gas, as many would-be buyers are cutting consumption of Russian oil. Russia is traditionally the third largest oil supplier in the world, accounting for 11% of global production. Here is a look at the 15 countries that control the world's oil.

Even before the outbreak of war in Eastern Europe, fuel prices were on the rise. The ongoing reopening of the U.S. economy has contributed to rising demand for fuel - and to broader inflation concerns. Meanwhile, domestic supply of fuel has been limited, as oil companies have cut investments in new wells in recent years to improve profitability.

According to data from AAA, the American Automobile Association, the average price of a gallon of gasoline in Hawaii has risen by $0.29 over the last month, the smallest increase among states. As of March 7, 2022, a gallon of regular gas cost an average of $4.70 in the state, higher than the national average and second highest among states.

The total price motorists pay at the pump is the product of several factors, including the price of crude oil - largely determined by global supply and demand - and taxes. The U.S. government levies a gasoline tax of 18.4 cents per gallon, while states are free to set their own gas tax rate. As of January 2021, Hawaii taxed gasoline sales at a rate of 47 cents per gallon….

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Rank 50
State Hawaii
1-month increase in gas price ($ per gal.) 0.29
Avg. gas price on March 7, 2022 ($ per gal.) 4.7
Avg. gas price on Feb 7, 2022 ($ per gal.) 4.41

 

 

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