Fuel Report: Gas Prices Dip, Diesel Holds Steady in Iowa

Iowa drivers saw a slight break at the pump this week, while diesel costs held firm. 

According to AAA, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa was $2.86 per gallon as of Wednesday, down 5 cents from last week and 13 cents lower than the same time last year. Nationally, the average price for regular unleaded stood at $3.16, unchanged from last week.Retail diesel prices in Iowa remained steady with a statewide average of $3.50 per gallon. A year ago, diesel was averaging $3.31 in Iowa. Even so, Iowa drivers are paying less than the national average for diesel, which sits at $3.71 per gallon. 

At the Des Moines Terminal, rack prices as of Wednesday were reported as follows: 

  • U87-E10: $1.82 per gallon 
  • Unleaded 87 (clear): $2.04 per gallon 
  • ULSD #2: $2.35 per gallon 
  • ULSD #1: $2.73 per gallon 
  • E-70: $2.03 per gallon 

Fuel prices continue to fluctuate with seasonal demand, refinery production, and global oil market trends.