After a big drop in gas prices at the end of 2025, we see a sharp rise in prices this week. As of Wednesday, January 14th, the price of regular unleaded gasoline averaged $2.51 across Iowa according to AAA. Prices rose 14 cents from last week’s price and are down 37 cents from a year ago. The national average on Wednesday was $2.84, up 2 cents from last week’s price which is still 33 cents higher than the average price in Iowa.
Retail diesel prices in Iowa fell 5 cents this week with a statewide average of $3.20. One year ago, diesel prices averaged $3.35 in Iowa. The current Iowa diesel price is 31 cents lower than the national average of $3.51.
Natural gas prices were down 41 cents at the Henry Hub reporting site and are currently priced at $3.09 MMbtu.
Zach Tomesch, News Director KFJB