Wholesale Price Average 1/25/25
| Wholesale Low | Wholesale Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| E10 | $2.24 | $2.35 |
| B5 | $2.51 | $2.61 |
| B20 | $2.53 | $2.62 |
Average Retail Prices 1/25/25
| National | Oregon | Washington | |
|---|---|---|---|
| E10 | $3.12 | $3.55 | $3.95 |
| B5 | $3.67 | $3.83 | $4.37 |
Taxes
| Federal | State: OR | Local | State: WA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas | $0.184 | $0.40 | $0-.13 | $0.494 |
| Diesel | $0.244 | $0.40 | $0-.13 | $0.494 |
Oregon Fuel Price Variance
Fuel Market News
Fuel prices trickled up this past week as rack averages in Portland for gas and diesel increased. Rack averages for E10 jumped $0.03/gal while diesel jumped $0.02/gal. It was a fairly mild week of price fluctuations after the market had been very volatile since the start of the new year. This is partially due to oil prices jumping over $80 last week with prices above $75 most of January. Fortunately, prices are back down to about $73 this week.
There is much left to the unknown within the energy industry with the new administration and sweeping executive orders. A few things that may be changing soon are: tax credits, CAR (Cap at Rack), Climate Commitment Acts, and environmental protections within the industry. Each of these pillars has a unique impact on the industries within each state. The first 90 days of the new administration will have a significant impact on the future of our industry.
Oregonians may be in store for higher diesel prices this year with the end of Blenders Tax Credits, the introduction of the Producers Tax Credit & the Oregon Climate Protection Program going into 2025. For more on this report visit the link below.
2025 Fuel Market Outlook: Oregon
Winter season is upon us; although weather conditions have been moderate thus far, a storm can quickly change that. To avoid any power outages for your operations, be sure your backup generators are topped off and ready to trigger when needed.
Get your generators topped off
Important Note: Per the City Of Portland, “Distributors in the City of Portland are required to meet the minimum biofuel content requirements for all fuel they distribute beginning on May 15, 2024. All diesel fuel distributed to retail stations, non-retail dealers, or wholesale purchaser-consumers must include a minimum of 15% biofuel content, from either renewable diesel or biodiesel. This requirement increases to 50% on May 15, 2026, and 99% on May 15, 2030”.
Crude oil traded below $75 this past week, at a current price of $73.23/barrel. This is $3.66/lower than it was last week.
Crude oil is the main ingredient for gasoline and diesel. Per AAA, on average about 50% of what you pay at the pump is the price of crude oil, breaking down as 25% refining, 11% distribution & marketing, and 14% taxes—a helpful breakdown for consumers wondering why they are paying the prices that they pay. Crude Oil is currently trading at $73.23/barrel compared to $76.89/barrel, last week and $78 a year ago.
Fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other factors regionally. Additionally, prices may vary by specific regions within Oregon and Washington. For the most precise and up-to-date information on fuel prices and the causes for these price changes within your area, use the links below for AAA & GasBuddy.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Star Oilco and speak to one of our fuel market advisors to discuss how the market can impact your business.