Pennsylvania Gas Tax Calculator
2026Calculate total gas tax per gallon in Pennsylvania, including the federal excise tax of $0.184/gal and PA state fuel taxes. Compare Pennsylvania gas and diesel tax rates for 2026.
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Fuel Needed
1.0 gal
Trip Cost
$4.10
Annual Cost
$1,066.00
Fuel Cost Breakdown
| Total Distance | 30.0 miles |
| Fuel Needed | 1.00 gallons |
| One-Way Cost | $4.10 |
| Trip Cost | $4.10 |
| Weekly Cost | $20.50 |
| Monthly Cost | $88.77 |
| Annual Cost | $1,066.00 |
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
How much is gas tax in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania levies a flat income tax rate of 3.07% on all taxable income. The state does not offer a standard deduction or personal exemption against state income taxes.
Pennsylvania has an inheritance tax (not an estate tax) with rates of 0% for surviving spouses, 4.5% for direct descendants, 12% for siblings, and 15% for all other heirs.
With over 2,500 local taxing jurisdictions, Pennsylvania has one of the most complex local tax systems in the nation. Philadelphia residents face combined state and local income tax rates exceeding 6.8%.
Pennsylvania follows the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hr, as the state legislature has not passed a higher state minimum wage.
The state sales tax is 6%, with Allegheny County adding 1% and Philadelphia adding 2%, for maximum combined rates of 7% and 8% respectively.
Pennsylvania Tax Rates (2026)
| Federal Gas Tax | $0.184/gal |
| State Sales Tax | 6% |
| State Income Tax | 3.07% (flat) |
| Avg. Property Tax Rate | 1.53% |
Gas tax — frequently asked questions
What is the federal gas tax in 2026?
The federal motor fuel excise tax is 18.4¢ per gallon on gasoline and 24.4¢ per gallon on diesel. The federal rate has been unchanged since 1993; only state and local taxes have moved. Federal revenue funds the Highway Trust Fund, which finances most interstate and bridge maintenance.
How much is gas tax by state?
State gas tax rates range from 8.95¢/gal in Alaska to over 60¢/gal in California, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. Most states layer 20–40¢/gal of state tax on top of the 18.4¢ federal rate. Some states index gas tax to inflation; others raise it via legislation as needed.
Why does gas cost more at the pump than the rate suggests?
The pump price reflects crude oil cost, refining margin, distribution and retail markup, plus combined federal + state + local taxes. In high-tax states like California, taxes alone account for ~70¢/gallon. EV-charging stations are taxed differently (often by kWh, sometimes via a separate registration surcharge).
Are gas taxes deductible?
Gas taxes are not deductible on personal federal returns. Self-employed drivers using actual vehicle expenses can include fuel costs in business deductions, but the cleaner method is the IRS standard mileage rate ($0.70/mile in 2026), which already bundles fuel, depreciation, and maintenance.
Will gas tax change in 2026?
Several states have scheduled gas-tax adjustments for 2026 (typically inflation-indexed). Federal rates remain at 18.4¢/24.4¢. Many states are also adding EV registration fees ($100–$200/year) to recoup lost gas-tax revenue as electric vehicles displace combustion engines.