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Pennsylvania ranks 12th nationally in total state/local taxes on gasoline and 7th nationally in diesel taxes.

Pennsylvania – Current Fuel Taxes

Source: American Petroleum Institute - updated quarterly

Type of Tax Current Rate of Gas Tax Current Rate of Diesel Tax
Flat Tax 12.0 cents 12.0 cents
Oil Company Franchise Tax 19.2 cents 26.1 cents
Underground Storage Tank Indemnification Fund 1.1 cents 1.1 cents
Totals 32.3 cents 39.2 cents

Each state has a unique combination of taxes which can include state excise taxes, sales taxes, gross receipts tax, county and local taxes, underground storage tank fees, and various environmental fees.

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Latest News:

State Files I-80 Tolling Addendum to Answer Federal Questions

Supplemental Information on the Needs and Funding Status of Interstate 80 in Pennsylvania (PDF)

Act 44 Backgrounder (PDF)