The Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs has issued its latest territory-wide fuel price survey findings, covering the week of November 24, 2024. Commissioner H. Nathalie Hodge announced the results, which aim to provide consumers with transparency on fuel prices and help identify the most affordable fuel options across the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Wholesale Rack Rates

According to the survey, SOL Petroleum's wholesale rack rates for the week were as follows:

• Regular Fuel: $2.53 per gallon
• Premium Fuel: $2.67 per gallon
• Diesel Fuel: $2.77 per gallon

Fuel Price by Island

The DLCA provided a breakdown of self-service fuel prices across St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John.

St. Croix

• Average Prices:
  • Regular Fuel: $3.996 per gallon
  • Premium Fuel: $4.397 per gallon
  • Diesel Fuel: $4.629 per gallon
• Lowest Prices:
  • Regular Fuel: $3.949 per gallon at Fill & Chill Service Station.
  • Premium Fuel: $4.199 per gallon at Titan Service Station, Five Corners Service Station, G-Max Service Station, One Love Golden Rock, Budget Service Station, Island Petroleum, and Pit Stop Service Station.
  • Diesel Fuel: $3.999 per gallon at Titan Service Station, Falcon Service Station, and G-Max Service Station.

St. Thomas

• Average Prices:
  • Regular Fuel: $4.840 per gallon
  • Premium Fuel: $5.369 per gallon
  • Diesel Fuel: $5.912 per gallon
• Lowest Prices:
  • Regular Fuel: $4.699 per gallon at 1st Stop, Giant Gas, Home Town, Ali Baba Service Station, Petrus Frenchtown, and RaceTrack.
  • Premium Fuel: $5.199 per gallon at 1st Stop, 1st Stop Frydenhoj, Giant Gas Station, Home Town Service Station, Ali Baba Service Station, RaceTrack, and RaceTrack East.
  • Diesel Fuel: $5.799 per gallon at 1st Stop, 1st Stop Frydenhoj, Giant Gas, and RaceTrack East.

St. John

• Average Prices:
  • Regular Fuel: $4.779 per gallon
  • Premium Fuel: $5.014 per gallon
  • Diesel Fuel: $5.529 per gallon
• Lowest Prices:
  • Regular Fuel: $4.769 per gallon at Race Track Gas Station.
  • Premium Fuel: $4.999 per gallon at Race Track Gas Station.
  • Diesel Fuel: $5.499 per gallon at Midway Gas Station.

The DLCA reminded fuel station owners of the legal requirement under Virgin Islands law to publicly post octane ratings, retail prices per gallon, and taxes for each type of motor fuel offered. Non-compliance can lead to penalties. Additionally, gas stations must provide a functioning air hose for public use during normal business hours. Violations of this requirement may result in fines up to $100 per offense.

Ms. Hodge reiterated the department’s dedication to ensuring transparency in pricing and assisting consumers in finding the most affordable fuel options. 

For more information on fuel prices and other consumer resources, visit the DLCA's official website at www.dlca.vi.gov.