Traverse City, MI
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Traverse City, MI · MI average $4.23/gal
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Traverse City, MI · 49686
- Cheapest
- $3.76/gal
- Area avg
- $4.23/gal
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In Traverse City's 49686 area, gas prices reflect Michigan's position in the Great Lakes region, typically lower than coastal states but subject to regional supply shifts. Prices fluctuate daily across local stations, so checking current rates before filling up helps you find the best deal. Regular updates track these variations to keep you informed of what you'll actually pay at the pump.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 49686
- 1. Mutual at 901 E Front St offers regular at $3.76/gal (7.2 mi away).
- 2. Mutual at 1025 W South Airport Rd offers regular at $3.76/gal (7.7 mi away).
- 3. Costco at 125 E South Airport Rd offers regular at $3.76/gal (6.6 mi away).
- 4. Shell at 1485 W South Airport Rd offers regular at $3.78/gal (8.2 mi away).
- 5. Shell at 501 E 8th St offers regular at $3.82/gal (7.7 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in Traverse City
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 Michigan
Michigan's gas tax is around 31 cents per gallon, with a 6 percent sales tax also applied to fuel sales (one of the few states that double-taxes gas this way). The state pulls supply from refineries in Detroit and across the Ohio and Indiana border, with prices in the Upper Peninsula often running 15 to 30 cents higher than the Lower Peninsula due to longer supply lines from Wisconsin or Marathon's Detroit refinery. Speedway, Costco, Sam's Club, and Meijer Gas are the consistent best prices, especially in the Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing metros.