RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Gas prices continue to fluctuate in Rutherford County as we move into a new week. On Monday (Feb. 17, 2025) morning, prices throughout the county averaged $2.74 per gallon for regular unleaded, according to AAA – the Auto Club. East of Murfreesboro, in Cannon County, the average price was slightly higher at $2.99 per gallon, while prices to the south were lower in the Shelbyville area, averaging $2.68 per gallon for regular-grade fuel.
When comparing gas prices in the Murfreesboro/Smyrna area to those in Wilson County, located north of Rutherford County, drivers can save a whole penny at the pump, as Wilson County reports an average price of $2.73 per gallon for regular unleaded.
On the high end of the spectrum in the Volunteer State, expect to pay more for gas when traveling west of Eagleville. In the Brentwood/Franklin area, Williamson County holds the highest average gas price in the state at $3.11 per gallon for regular unleaded. Meanwhile, in Music City—just northwest of the Smyrna/La Vergne area—the average price in Nashville is $2.82 per gallon, eight cents higher than Rutherford County.
Tennessee currently maintains its No. 5 ranking on the list of states with the lowest fuel prices in the United States. On Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, the state’s average price for regular unleaded was $2.79 per gallon—just three cents higher than Louisiana (ranked No. 4) and 12 cents more than Mississippi, which holds the No. 1 spot for the lowest gas prices in the nation. On the other end of the spectrum, California has the highest fuel prices in the country, averaging $4.84 per gallon—$2.05 more than Tennessee’s statewide average.
Of course, gas on the West Coast is a different blend than what is sold elsewhere. No, it doesn’t contain precious metals or gemstones, but it does meet stricter reformulated fuel standards than other states. Standards imposed by the state are higher than what is required by federal regulators. Gas stations in the Golden State must also sell fuel with lower emissions, contributing to higher costs and greater price fluctuations. On top of that, California’s gas tax is significantly higher than most states.
Statewide, Tennessee’s average price for regular unleaded sits at $2.79 per gallon, while the U.S. average is $3.16 per gallon. Mid-grade fuel in Tennessee averages $3.20 per gallon, while premium fuel is selling for around $3.59 per gallon.
For those who rely on diesel, the current average in Tennessee is $3.41 per gallon. Just one month ago, diesel was selling for $3.36 per gallon, while one year ago, the price was 47 cents higher at $3.88 per gallon. Interestingly, diesel in Tennessee was five cents cheaper this time last month. The highest diesel price ever recorded in the state was on June 15, 2022, when it soared to record levels amid scorching 95-degree heat in Rutherford County, with a heat index of 97. While we may not miss those sky-high prices, many of us wouldn’t mind a return to summer weather—especially on a day like today, when temperatures will top out at 39 degrees before plunging to a frigid 24 degrees Monday night (Feb. 17, 2025).
Historic Gas Prices Comparing TN to U.S. Average Over 10-Years (GasBuddy):
February 17, 2024: $2.96/g (U.S. Average: $3.28/g)
February 17, 2023: $3.11/g (U.S. Average: $3.38/g)
February 17, 2022: $3.28/g (U.S. Average: $3.51/g)
February 17, 2021: $2.30/g (U.S. Average: $2.57/g)
February 17, 2020: $2.18/g (U.S. Average: $2.44/g)
February 17, 2019: $2.08/g (U.S. Average: $2.31/g)
February 17, 2018: $2.32/g (U.S. Average: $2.52/g)
February 17, 2017: $2.06/g (U.S. Average: $2.28/g)
February 17, 2016: $1.51/g (U.S. Average: $1.71/g)
February 17, 2015: $2.10/g (U.S. Average: $2.26/g)
More on Fuel Pricing: "The national average has inched higher, driven primarily by sharp gas price increases on the West Coast, where refinery maintenance and outages have created a ripple effect in neighboring states, pushing prices higher in many communities," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "While most of the country has experienced a relatively quiet week for gas prices, the West Coast has seen rapid increases— a trend that should slow in the coming days. Although the surge remains isolated to the West for now, refinery maintenance will soon begin in other regions, and with the transition to summer gasoline blends underway, prices in most areas are likely to start rising in the weeks ahead. Meanwhile, oil prices remain subdued in the low $70s as President Trump works on a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine— an event that, if realized, could have significant implications for oil markets in the months ahead."
