# Gasoline price increases in Louisiana

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gasoline-price-increases-in-louisiana
> Updated: 2026-09-09T15:31:33.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 3.

Gasoline prices continue to rise across Louisiana. As of September 2026, the statewide average for regular gasoline has reached $3.77 per gallon, an increase from $3.67 one week prior and $3.61 one month prior. This current average remains approximately 98 cents higher than the previous year, when prices averaged $2.79.

In the Southwest Louisiana region, specifically around Lake Charles, drivers are seeking savings amid rising costs. While local prices at locations such as Circle K and Raceway reach up to $3.54, some competitive options have been identified. The lowest recorded price is $3.39 at Conoco & Exxon on Gulf Highway, followed by E-Z Mart in Vinton at $3.42 and Sam’s Club in Lake Charles at $3.46.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Gas prices rise in Louisiana as Lake Charles drivers seek savings

Gasoline prices in Louisiana have risen to an average of $3.77 per gallon, up nearly $1.00 from last year. Local options in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana range from $3.39 to $3.54.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gas-prices-rise-in-louisiana-as-lake-charles-drivers-seek-savings

### 2026-08-26: Gas prices rise in Shreveport and Bossier City

Gas prices in Shreveport and Bossier City rose to an average of $3.68 per gallon, a 37-cent increase from last year, with analysts predicting sustained high costs through Labor Day.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gas-prices-rise-in-shreveport-and-bossier-city

### 2026-08-26: Gasoline prices rise in Lake Charles and across Louisiana

Gasoline prices are increasing in Louisiana and Lake Charles, with the state average for regular gas reaching $3.70 per gallon.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gasoline-prices-rise-in-lake-charles-and-across-louisiana

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