The Tampa Bay region saw an average increase of 68 cents over the last week in fuel prices.
TAMPA, Fla. — Prices at the pump continue to rise in Florida and across the Tampa Bay area as the ongoing conflict in Iran continues to impact oil production.
The price for a barrel of Brent crude oil, the international standard, surged to $119.50 per barrel early in the day Monday, but later was trading near $106 per barrel, up 14%, before the opening bell.
This is in comparison to the previous week, where the cost of crude oil was up to $71 per barrel. This was reported as the highest price since June 2025.
As of Monday morning, AAA says Florida’s statewide average gas price is $3.50 per gallon, an increase from the previous week when the cost was $2.88.
The national average for gas prices is at $3.48, which also increased over the last week from $2.98.
County-by-county gas prices for the Tampa Bay area
The Tampa Bay region saw an average increase of 68 cents over the last week in fuel prices.
Here are the costs per gallon of gas across Tampa Bay-area counties, according to AAA.
Hillsborough: $3.56Pinellas: $3.54Pasco: $3.54Polk: $3.53Sarasota: $3.54Manatee: $3.53Hernando: $3.55Citrus: $3.57
You can find the lowest prices at specific gas stations here.
How to save money on gas in Florida
Here are some ways to save on gas in Florida, according to AAA.
Combine errands to limit driving time.Drive conservatively. Avoid aggressive acceleration and speeding, which reduces fuel economy.Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds taken out of the vehicle improves fuel economy by 1 to 2%Shop around for the best gas prices in your community by using the AAA mobile app. Pay with cash. Some retailers charge more per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.