Was today gas price a record high?
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No — the national average is about $4.29, far below the June 2022 record of $5.02.
Why
- AAA national average: $4.286/gal as of Oct 26, 2026
- All-time record: $5.02/gal in June 2022
- Columbus area average: $4.43/gal, per GasBuddy