Little Rock, Arkansas – Drivers across Arkansas are seeing a small but noticeable relief at the pump, as new data from AAA shows gas prices have fallen for the second straight week in the state. The latest update, released Thursday, points to a gradual downward shift in fuel costs, even as broader market pressures continue to create uncertainty.
According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Arkansas now stands at $3.57. That figure is 7 cents lower than just one week ago, offering drivers a modest break after months of fluctuating prices. However, despite the recent drop, fuel costs remain significantly higher than last year—up by 79 cents compared to the same time in 2025.
“Drivers across Arkansas are getting a small break as gas prices move lower for the second week in a row,” AAA spokesperson Nick Chabarria said. “That said, oil markets are still reacting to events overseas, and any new disruption involving global crude supply could affect what drivers pay in the weeks ahead.”
The decline marks the second consecutive weekly decrease, a trend that has caught the attention of both commuters and industry analysts. Still, officials caution that the situation remains fragile, especially given recent changes in global supply conditions.
AAA data also highlights clear differences in pricing across the state. Drivers in Texarkana are currently paying the highest average, at $3.74 per gallon. On the opposite end of the spectrum, motorists in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area are seeing the lowest prices, averaging $3.38 per gallon.
In central Arkansas, prices remain relatively steady but still vary by city. The Little Rock-North Little Rock metro area reports an average of $3.57 per gallon, matching the state average. Hot Springs follows closely at $3.58, while Pine Bluff sits slightly higher at $3.64.
Despite the recent decline, Arkansas continues to rank among the lower-cost states for fuel in the nation. At $3.57 per gallon, the state holds the position of third-lowest gas prices in the country. Only Oklahoma, at $3.40, Kansas at $3.48, and Iowa at $3.51 report lower averages.
Even so, analysts warn that stability may not last. AAA noted that U.S. gasoline inventories dropped by 4.6 million barrels in the past week, a shift that could signal tightening supply conditions. Combined with ongoing global market fluctuations, this could lead to renewed pressure on prices in the near future.
For now, Arkansas drivers are benefiting from a short-term decline that offers some relief during daily commutes and travel. But with energy markets remaining sensitive to both domestic inventory changes and international developments, officials say prices could just as easily reverse course in the coming weeks.
As spring travel demand continues and economic conditions shift, many drivers are watching closely, hoping the current downward trend holds steady—at least a little longer.
