Diesel Prices on the Slow Rise

National average diesel fuel prices hit $2.43 per gallon as of June 22, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This is a 3-cent rise from the previous week, but overall, prices are still down around 62 cents per gallon compared to same time last year. 

So far in 2020, a peak of $3.08 occured the week of Jan. 6 and diesel prices have declined since then. National average gasoline prices are also experiencing a gradual rise, according to AAA. 

Current average diesel prices by region have all increased week-over-week, but are still down year-over-year, according to the EIA: 

• East Coast: $2.52
• Midwest: $2.29
• Gulf Coast: $2.20
• Rocky Mountains: $2.35
• West Coast: $2.95

Originally posted on Work Truck Online