Baltimore Gas Hits $3.94 as Local Prices Diverge From National Drop

Maryland motorists are paying more at the pump this week, even as the national average for gasoline falls. The local price climb defies the broader downward trend currently affecting drivers across the United States.

The average price for a gallon of gas in Baltimore rose by 2.3 cents to reach $3.94, according to GasBuddy data. This figure comes from a survey of 663 gas stations in the area. While the weekly increase is small, it places the local average $1.05 higher than what drivers paid a year ago.

Drivers can find substantial price differences between nearby stations. On Sunday, the cheapest fuel in Baltimore cost $3.61 per gallon, while the most expensive station charged $4.39. That 78-cent gap means a driver filling a 15-gallon tank could save $11.70 by choosing the lowest-priced option over the highest.

Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, cites reduced demand and finished refinery maintenance for the recent price drops. He notes that the national average fell by 17.1 cents to $4.12 per gallon. De Haan warns that volatility could return after the election, pointing to developments in the Strait of Hormuz and Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries as potential drivers.

Statewide, Maryland prices ranged from $3.42 to $4.84 per gallon, a difference of $1.42. AAA’s Maryland fuel tracker listed the Baltimore average at approximately $3.95 on November 2, 2026. Although the local monthly decline continues to offer some relief, the recent weekly uptick keeps costs above last year’s levels.