US Regular Reformulated Gas Price
GASREGREFW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.36
Year-over-Year Change
-1.26%
Date Range
6/12/2006 - 8/4/2025
Summary
The US Regular Reformulated Gas Price is a key metric that tracks the average retail price of regular grade reformulated gasoline sold in the United States. It provides crucial insights into consumer fuel costs and broader economic trends.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The US Regular Reformulated Gas Price represents the national average price per gallon for regular grade reformulated gasoline, a cleaner-burning fuel mandated in certain markets. This data series is widely used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to assess consumer purchasing power, inflation, and transportation-related economic activity.
Methodology
The price data is collected by the U.S. Energy Information Administration through surveys of retail gasoline outlets.
Historical Context
Fluctuations in this price metric can significantly impact consumer spending, business costs, and transportation-dependent industries.
Key Facts
- Reformulated gas was introduced in 1995 to reduce air pollution.
- Prices can vary significantly by region and season.
- All-time high was reached in June 2022 at over $5 per gallon.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The US Regular Reformulated Gas Price tracks the average retail price per gallon of regular grade reformulated gasoline sold nationwide.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This price metric is a key indicator of consumer purchasing power, transportation costs, and broader inflationary pressures in the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The U.S. Energy Information Administration collects price data through surveys of retail gasoline outlets across the country.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this data to assess the impact of fuel prices on consumer spending, business costs, and transportation-dependent industries.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released weekly with a brief lag, and may not fully capture localized price variations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, US Regular Reformulated Gas Price (GASREGREFW), retrieved from FRED.