California’s state gasoline tax is 61.2 cents per gallon as of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. If you mean the total tax burden at the pump , California gasoline is about 90 cents per gallon when you include federal, state, and local fuel taxes and fees.

Breakdown

  • State excise tax: 61.2 cents per gallon.
  • Federal gasoline tax: 18.4 cents per gallon.
  • Other taxes and fees: roughly 10 cents per gallon in the EIA estimate, bringing the total to about 90 cents.

Quick note

The exact amount you pay can vary a bit by location because sales tax and local district taxes may also apply.