WASHINGTON, D.C. December 15, 2025 – The White House announced today that average gasoline prices have fallen below $3 per gallon in 38 U.S. states, marking a rapid decline just two weeks after reporting the milestone in 31 states.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the official @WhiteHouse account shared a graphic map showing most of the country in red, indicating states with average regular gasoline prices under $3, sourced from GasBuddy data. The white (higher-price) states appear to include California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Hawaii, Alaska, and parts of the Northeast and Midwest, consistent with regional trends where West Coast prices remain elevated due to taxes, regulations, and supply factors.
“Just two weeks later, there are now THIRTY EIGHT states with average gas prices below $3 per gallon and falling!” the post stated.
This continues a broader trend of declining fuel costs in late 2025. The national average for regular gasoline stood at approximately $2.91 per gallon as of mid-December, according to AAA data, down from highs earlier in the year and the lowest levels in four years. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported the average dipping below $3 in early December, driven by lower crude oil prices and increased supply.
The Trump administration has attributed the drops to its energy policies emphasizing domestic production. White House statements have frequently highlighted progress on “energy dominance” since January 2025, contrasting with higher prices during the previous administration.
Analysts note that global factors, including OPEC production increases and seasonal demand fluctuations, have also contributed to the decline. Prices remain highest on the West Coast, with California averaging over $4 per gallon.
Drivers in many Southern, Midwestern, and Gulf Coast states are seeing the most relief, with some areas reporting prices under $2.50 per gallon.
The White House described the trend as part of broader economic wins, with further reductions anticipated.
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