Michigan Gas Prices Fell 24 Cents This Week
Michigan drivers are seeing modest relief at the pump after a recent regional refinery outage caused supply constraints.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Buying/Selling
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The average price for regular unleaded gasoline in Michigan dropped 24 cents between September 21 and September 28 to hit $4.69 per gallon. This decrease follows a significant price spike in the preceding week.
Why it matters
While prices remain high due to lingering supply adjustments, the decline provides some relief to household transportation budgets that were strained by a 43-cent monthly increase. Families are paying $1.65 more per gallon compared to this time last year.
The average price for regular unleaded gas is currently $4.69 per gallon, which is $1.65 higher than this time last year. Average diesel prices now stand at $6.77 per gallon, down from a record high of $6.89.
The details
The recent volatility stemmed from a refinery serving several Great Lakes states going offline, which created temporary regional supply constraints. The facility has since returned to service, allowing for the current stabilization and easing of pump prices. For a standard 15-gallon tank, this 24-cent drop equates to an immediate savings of $3.60 per fill-up compared to one week ago.
Timeline
June 2022 saw the record high unleaded price of $5.22.
September 21, 2026, marked the baseline for the price decrease.
September 23, 2026, was the date of the record high diesel price at $6.89.
September 28, 2026, was when the average gas price reached $4.69.
The Home Front
Current gasoline prices in Michigan remain elevated compared to historical averages, trailing the state record set in June 2022. This fluctuation underscores the sensitivity of local household transportation costs to regional refinery operational status.
Check your local station prices to see if they reflect this statewide downward trend, as regional variance exists between cities like Ann Arbor and Flint. Budget for continued volatility in fuel expenses as the regional supply chain settles after the recent refinery maintenance.
The takeaway
While the 24-cent decrease is a welcome change for household logistics, fuel costs remain significantly higher than they were last year. Keep track of your weekly fuel spending to better adjust your monthly household budget during this period of price instability.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by CBS News.
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