Marquette Area Residents Save Money on Fuel While State Average Climbs
Marquette residents are paying the lowest gas prices in Michigan this week, according to a new report from The Auto Club Group.
The northern Upper Peninsula city saw prices drop to $4.50 per gallon for regular unleaded gas, making it the most affordable location in the entire state. This represents a 14 cent decrease from last week.
Michigan drivers statewide are now paying an average of $4.73 per gallon for regular unleaded gas, which is 70 cents more than this time last month and $1.66 more than this time last year.
The AAA gas cost calculator shows that a round trip from Detroit to Cleveland would cost just under $60 for gas, assuming a vehicle that gets 27 miles per gallon.
The least expensive gas price averages this week in Michigan are Marquette at $4.50, Flint at $4.57, and Lansing at $4.67, according to the AAA report.
Ann Arbor remains the most expensive location in the state at $4.79 per gallon, followed by Metro Detroit at $4.77 and Benton Harbor at $4.76.
Gas prices in Michigan and Ohio are both above the national average of $4.52 that AAA is posting Monday.
The Great Lakes region has been affected by national gas price trends as well as refinery issues that have impacted both gas and diesel production in the Midwest states.
Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for Gas Buddy, said the Midwest states have been higher than the national average in recent weeks.
AAA spokesperson Adrienne Woodland noted that the 14 cent drop from last week gives drivers some relief, but warned that prices could change direction again just as quickly given ongoing volatility.
The Great Lakes region has been affected by national gas price trends as well as refinery issues that have impacted both gas and diesel production in the Midwest states.
President Trump said on Monday morning that he intends to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time. That step would require an act of Congress.
The federal fuel taxes are 18.4 cents per gallon on gas and 24.4 cents per gallon on diesel.
Local Impact
Residents in Marquette and other northern Michigan communities have benefited from lower prices compared to the rest of the state. The area is already home to many of Michigan's lowest gas prices, and this week continues that trend.
The northern Upper Peninsula has historically maintained lower gas prices than other regions of the state, and this report confirms that pattern continues in 2026.
Marquette residents are getting the best gas deals in Michigan while the state average climbs higher.
The report comes as Michigan drivers face continued price volatility throughout the year. AAA analysts say the relief drivers are seeing now may be temporary.
Statewide Comparison
The statewide report shows significant variation in gas prices across Michigan. Ann Arbor residents pay the highest rates at $4.79 per gallon, while Marquette residents pay $4.50 per gallon.
This $0.29 difference represents meaningful savings for drivers who commute regularly or make frequent road trips.
The AAA report highlights that Michigan drivers are paying above the national average, with the state average of $4.73 significantly higher than the $4.52 national figure.
Refinery issues in the Midwest have contributed to higher prices in the region, according to Patrick De Haan of Gas Buddy.
The federal government is considering suspending the gas tax, which would provide additional relief to drivers across the state.
The federal fuel taxes are 18.4 cents per gallon on gas and 24.4 cents per gallon on diesel, according to the AAA report.