Gas prices are up 23% from a year ago, as of March 17, 2026. Gas prices are up 30% from a month ago.

According to AAA, as of 3/17/2026, the national average for a gallon of gas is $3.79. In Tennessee, the average is $3.494.

The highest gas prices are in the West Coast states, except for Florida. You have to wonder if Spring breakers are being scammed.

According to a study by WalletHub, Tennessee ranks 39th in monthly energy costs. Energy costs include residential energy types of electricity, natural gas, motor fuel and home heating oil.

Tennessee ranks better for electricity (15th) and motor fuel (17th). Tennessee ranks poorly for home heating oil (38th) and natural gas (34th).