High gas prices are limiting how far singles will go for love - literally

Rising gas prices are prompting singles to rethink dating travel distances, with many filtering potential matches by proximity. Parkland, Florida resident Rachel Tabacnic restricts matches to within 10 miles and 20–30 minutes, citing about $50 to fill a tank. Nationwide, the average price per gallon stands at $4.32, up from $3.14 a year ago, while Miami’s metro average sits at $4.11. The cost pressures drive budgeting choices, emergency-savings use, and even requests for ride-hailing instead of driving, as dating becomes more expensive and expectations rise for partners to cover transport.