Week ending May 2: Lowest diesel gas in Somerset County reaches $5.23

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Judy W. Chang, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Judy W. Chang, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
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May 9, 2026
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In the week ending May 2, one gas station in Somerset County sold diesel gas at the lowest reported price of $5.23 per gallon, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.

Diesel gas prices averaged $5.62 per gallon in Somerset County.

GasBuddy reports show that diesel gas was available at 53 of the 107 reported gas stations in Somerset County.

For comparison, the average price of diesel gas in New Jersey was $5.65 per gallon for the week ending May 2, down from the previous week.

According to an analysis by Time Magazine, fuel prices remain elevated and volatile as global oil markets react to geopolitical developments tied to the U.S. conflict with Iran, with supply concerns focused on potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. As of mid-April, the national average for gasoline remains above the $4-per-gallon mark, while diesel exceeds $5.60, reflecting recent swings driven by a temporary ceasefire and subsequent renewed escalation. Analysts say prices are likely to rise further in the near term as uncertainty persists and supply risks remain, with additional increases expected unless shipping flows through key transit routes are restored.

Gas price data reflects cash payments. Some stations may charge higher prices for credit card transactions due to processing fees, though such surcharges are prohibited in some states and territories.

Lowest Reported Diesel Gas Prices in Cities Associated With Somerset County in Week Ending May 2

Information in this article was obtained from GasBuddy. The source data can be found here.

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Basking RidgeBedminsterHillsboroughSomersetBorough of South Bound BrookU.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

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