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US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Daniel Miller , FOX 26 Houston
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
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Key takeaway The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
Why this matters in The Houston
For Houstonians, the resurgence of gas prices above $4 a gallon is particularly concerning given the city's car-dependent culture and sprawling geography. As a city surrounded by the larger Houston metro, residents of the City of Homes often rely on their vehicles to commute to work, school, and other essential destinations. The Houston Independent School District's bus system may help alleviate some of the burden for students, but for many families, the increased cost of fuel will still be felt. With the city's police department and other municipal services also likely to be impacted by rising fuel costs, the effects of this price surge will be felt across the community, from household budgets to municipal bottom lines. As the city navigates this challenge, residents will be watching to see how local leaders respond to mitigate the impact of higher gas prices on daily life in Houston.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston ·
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What is this story about? Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark.
When was this published? This article was first published on July 20, 2026 by FOX 26 Houston and curated for The Houston readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Daniel Miller at FOX 26 Houston. To learn more about how The Houston selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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