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AAA: Michigan gas prices rise back above $4 per gallon
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jenny Sherman , WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
Gas prices across Michigan have gone up 20 cents since last week, bringing the average cost per gallon statewide to $4.15 for regular unleaded, after a short stint below $4. For a full 15-gallon tank of gas that equates to about $62, approximately $11 more than the highest price reported last Aug...
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Key takeaway For a full 15-gallon tank of gas that equates to about $62, approximately $11 more than the highest price reported last August, according to AAA.
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The recent surge in gas prices will likely have a disproportionate impact on Detroit's low-income households, who spend a larger share of their budget on transportation costs. With the average cost of a 15-gallon tank of gas now at $62, families may have to make tough choices between filling up their tanks and other essential expenses. The price increase may also affect local businesses that rely on transportation, such as delivery services and taxi companies, which could lead to higher costs for consumers. As the prices continue to rise, it's worth watching how the city's public transportation system will be affected, and whether there will be increased demand for alternative modes of transportation, such as buses or ride-sharing services. The economic ripple effects of higher gas prices will be closely felt in Detroit, where many residents are already struggling to make ends meet.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? Gas prices across Michigan have gone up 20 cents since last week, bringing the average cost per gallon statewide to $4.15 for regular unleaded, after a short stint below $4. For a full 15-gallon tank of gas that equates to about $62, approximately $11 more than the highest price reported last Aug...
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