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As Labor Day approaches, many Minnesotans are preparing for travel, but they will face higher fuel costs. Currently, the average price for self-serve unleaded gasoline in Minnesota is $3.97 per gallon, which is a decrease from $4.05 last week but significantly higher than $3.11 noted on Labor Day 2025. In the Twin Cities metro area, the price stands at $4.00 per gallon—up six cents from the previous month and over 80 cents from last year’s average of $3.19.
Wright County reports a similar average of around $3.96 per gallon. While prices have slightly decreased from a mid-August spike, they still remain elevated compared to last year’s rates. Additionally, the national average cost of diesel has reached a record high of $5.85 per gallon. Experts attribute these rising fuel costs to ongoing tensions with Iran and instability in the Strait of Hormuz.
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