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The Top 5 U.S. States that Spend the Most on Gasoline by Percentage of Income
| U.S State | Percent of Income | Dollar Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi | 9.14% | $2702.00 |
| 2 | Montana | 8.07% | $2762.94 |
| 3 | South Carolina | 7.59% | $2419.61 |
| 4 | Oklahoma | 7.50% | $2766.65 |
| 5 | Louisiana | 7.00% | $2540.66 |
Special Report
- The NRDC analysis showed that oil dependence affects all states, but some drivers are hit harder economically than others.
- By promoting clean vehicle and fuel technologies as well as transportation alternatives, states can reduce oil dependence. These measures can, in turn, create clean energy jobs, reduce vulnerability to fuel price hikes, and lessen air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
- As of 2008 fifteen states have adopted “clean car†standards.
- Thirty states have policies mandating stronger fuel efficiency standards for the state fleet.
- 51% of the price of gasoline comes from the crude oil, 23% comes from federal and state taxes, 15% comes from refining costs and profits, and 12% comes from distribution and marketing.
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Sources: Natural Resources Defense Council report: Ranking States' Oil Vulnerability and Solutions for Change.
List Notes: Data is ranked by percentage of income for the average driver in U.S. dollars for the year 2008.
Sources: Natural Resources Defense Council report: Ranking States' Oil Vulnerability and Solutions for Change.
List Notes: Data is ranked by percentage of income for the average driver in U.S. dollars for the year 2008.
