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Wholesale Price Average 10/25/25
| Wholesale Low | Wholesale Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| E10 | $2.25 | $2.38 |
| B5 | $2.74 | $2.86 |
| B20 | $2.81 | $2.90 |
| R99 | $2.64 | $2.76 |
Average Retail Prices 10/25/25
| National | Oregon | Washington | |
|---|---|---|---|
| E10 | $3.05 | $3.94 | $4.35 |
| B5 | $3.62 | $4.38 | $4.98 |
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 |
Portland Retail Fuel Price Variance
Fuel Market News
Fuel prices varied this past week as gas prices dropped and diesel prices jumped slightly. Rack averages decreased $0.07/gal for E10 gasoline, and increased $0.01/gal on B5, B20 & R99 diesel blends. This is the first time in four weeks that both the rack averages and retail averages drop in the same week, as the retail average for gasoline also dropped $0.04/gal. Gas prices should continue to fall in the weeks ahead as we continue into the Fall & Winter season and fuel prices hit their lowest price levels for the year. Crude Oil prices jumped back to over $60/barrel after hitting their lowest price in three years at $57.29/barrel last week.
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”.
Want to know what to expect this Fall in regards to our diesel market? You can read our 2025 Diesel Market Outlook For Oregon.
Crude oil is trading just below $65, at a current price of $61.29/barrel. This is $3.69/barrel higher 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 $57.60/barrel compared to $61.29/barrel last week and $67 a year ago.
It’s essential to recognize that fuel prices result from a complex interplay of the factors mentioned above and other regional factors. 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.