Weekly area comparison
Gas prices in West Hartford
Dated weekly regular-gasoline average in the New England, with a trend and U.S. comparison. Not a live station price.
Average regular gas · New England
$4.25/gal
Week of October 19, 2026 · down 4¢ from the week before, down 4¢ across 6 weekly observations
- U.S. average$4.284¢ more than New England
- $4.29Sep 14
- $4.38Sep 21
- $4.37Sep 28
- $4.34Oct 5
- $4.29Oct 12
- $4.25Oct 19
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, weekly retail gasoline prices (regular, all formulations, including taxes). Averages for the area, not a price at any one station.
Save on gas in West Hartford
- Check the posted pump price and any payment or membership conditions before filling up.
- Compare available station prices along your route; the regional average is not a quote for a particular station.
- If a station advertises a discount, check its eligibility and payment terms.
- Planning a drive? See getting around West Hartford and our commute page.
Questions
What is the weekly EIA gas-price comparison for West Hartford?
For the week of October 19, 2026, regular gasoline averaged $4.25 a gallon in the EIA New England survey area, compared with $4.28 nationally. This is a regional comparison, not a separate average for West Hartford or a live station price.
Where does the weekly average come from?
From the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s weekly survey of retail gasoline prices, published every Monday. This page uses the New England as a regional comparison. It is not a separate average for West Hartford.
Why is the price at my West Hartford station different?
Stations set their own prices, and this is an average across many stations for the whole area. Brand, location, cash or card and membership discounts all change the price at the pump.
When do these numbers update?
EIA publishes new averages each Monday afternoon (Tuesday after a Monday holiday). This page checks for the new week twice a day.