On April 2, 2026, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in the United States climbed to $4.081, a slight increase from $4.064 the previous day. This rise is attributed to surging crude oil prices linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran, which continues to strain household budgets as the spring season unfolds. Gas prices vary significantly across the country, with California facing the highest costs at $5.891 per gallon, while Texas reports the lowest at $3.804. In response to rising prices, the White House announced a plan to release 172 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve over four months, aimed at stabilizing supply. However, the effectiveness of this measure has been limited due to tight crude oil markets. Other state prices include $4.232 in Florida, $4.011 in New York, and $4.075 in Pennsylvania, highlighting the regional disparities in fuel costs.