Michigan's average gas price is now $4.25 per gallon, with diesel at $5.19, according to the April 2026 survey of 3,002 adults.
Experts warn prices could rise further due to the Iran war, potentially reaching $5 per gallon and prompting Michiganders to cut back on eating out, travel, and even groceries.
The study highlights that most Americans feel stressed by fuel costs, often turning to credit or borrowing, and tend to make small behavioral changes before resorting to more disruptive measures like public transport or changing jobs.
Beyond releasing oil reserves, what can protect consumers from future energy price shocks?
Is the current gas price crisis the final push America needs to embrace electric vehicles?
Why is Michigan's car-dependent economy uniquely vulnerable to the global surge in oil prices?
How fragile is the global economy when one waterway's closure triggers worldwide inflation?
With fuel prices soaring, are short-term loans a lifeline or a debt trap for families?