Here is a list of the state's current gas taxes: http://www.virginiagasprices.com/tax_info.aspx
After crude oil costs, taxes are the second largest contributor to the price paid at the pump. Together Federal and State excise taxes on fuel account for an average cost of approximately 62 cents per gallon.
Is the price of gas too expensive?
Yes, but at least you can buy all that you can afford. I remember back in the seventy's when you had to wait in line for an hour just to buy 3 gals. of everpriced gas.