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Gas prices near 39402
Hattiesburg, MS · MS average $4.01/gal
Finding current gas prices in Hattiesburg, MS 39402 requires checking multiple stations since rates vary considerably across the city. Mississippi's position in the Deep South means gas prices here typically reflect regional market conditions rather than the extreme costs seen on the coasts. Prices update regularly throughout the day, so checking before you fill up at your preferred station helps you budget accordingly.
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How to save more on gas in Hattiesburg
1. Use warehouse clubs
Costco and Sam’s Club typically price 15-25 cents per gallon below nearby stations. Membership pays for itself within a few fill-ups.
2. Fill up early in the week
Stations often raise prices Thursday for weekend demand. Fill up Monday through Wednesday to avoid the lift.
3. Keep tires properly inflated
Properly inflated tires improve fuel economy by up to 3 percent at current prices. Check pressure once a month.
4. Check back tomorrow
Prices can shift 10-20 cents overnight during volatile markets. A quick check before you leave home avoids paying yesterday’s spike.
5. Pay cash at split-pricing stations
Stations with cash and credit split pricing typically save an average of 10 cents per gallon when you pay cash.
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About gas prices in Mississippi
Mississippi has one of the lowest state gas taxes in the country at roughly 18 cents per gallon and draws fuel directly from Gulf Coast refineries in Louisiana plus the Chevron Pascagoula refinery on the Mississippi coast. Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg all post pump prices among the lowest in the nation. Murphy USA at Walmart locations leads on value across smaller cities, with Sam's Club and Costco dominant in Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg metros. Buc-ee's has expanded into Mississippi and pulls aggressive low pricing at its locations. Coastal Mississippi occasionally sees hurricane-related price spikes when Gulf refining capacity is disrupted, but recovery is typically faster than Texas or Louisiana.