Midwest Gasoline Prices Jump 35.5% Year-Over-Year, BLS Reports

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released reports on October 30, 2026, showing that gasoline prices in the Midwest were 35.5 percent higher than a year earlier. Nationally, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that gasoline prices increased 9.1 percent in September alone. The reports note that rising fuel costs add financial strain to families already dealing with sustained high grocery prices.

The sharp increase in gasoline costs reduces the money available for necessities like groceries for families who rely on vehicles for transportation. This increase in transportation expenses compounds the financial pressure caused by sustained high grocery prices.