ATLANTA – The average gas price in Georgia has increased by a cent with drivers paying $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline.
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The Georgia gas price average nudged up a cent, but the impact on wallets remains minimal. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 1 cent higher than it was a week ago, 1 cent higher than it was a month ago, and 16 cents lower than it was a year ago. It costs drivers an average of $43.65 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline. Georgians are paying almost $3.00 less to fill up at the pump than a year ago.
“Overall, gas prices have been steady, with just small increases in certain regions. That’s in line with forecasts showing prices lower than last year, even with a few regional fluctuations,” said Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman.
Nationally:
Pump prices held steady. Since last Monday, the national average gas price has increased by 1 cent, reaching $3.19, and may fluctuate overnight.
Electric:
Meanwhile, the national average cost of electricity at public EV charging stations held steady at 36 cents per kilowatt-hour this past week. Drivers can locate charging prices along their route using the AAA TripTik Travel Planner.
Regional Prices:
Atlanta ($2.89)
The most expensive metro markets in Georgia are Savannah ($3.01), Hinesville-Fort Stewart ($2.96), and Macon ($2.93).
The least expensive metro markets in Georgia are Dalton ($2.86), Rome ($2.83), and Catoosa-Dade-Walker ($2.82).
Current and Past Price Averages (Regular Unleaded Gasoline)
Sunday Saturday Week Ago Month Ago One Year Ago Record High National $3.19 $3.20 $3.18 $3.16 $3.28 $5.01 (6/14/2022) Georgia $2.91 $2.91 $2.90 $2.92 $3.07 $4.49 (6/15/2022) Click here to view current gasoline price averages
AAA encourages drivers to use the money-saving gas tips listed below.
Money-Saving Tips for Drivers
- Shop around for gas prices. Drivers can check area gas prices on the Fuel Price Finder.
- Consider paying in cash instead of using a credit card. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who use a credit card.
- Enroll in fuel savings programs
Fuel-Saving Tips for Drivers
- Maintain your vehicle to ensure the best fuel economy. Find a trusted automotive facility at AAA.com/Auto Repair.
- Combine errands to minimize driving time.
- Slow down. Fuel economy diminishes significantly at highway speeds above 50 mph. Drive conservatively and avoid aggressive driving. Aggressive acceleration and speeding can reduce fuel economy.
Traffic Safety Tip: AAA-The Auto Club Group “Move Over For Me” Campaign
“Drivers, if you see a disabled vehicle on the roadside while traveling, be courteous and Move Over,” said Waiters. “Remember, the person who broke down could be you, a friend, a family member, a coworker, or a neighbor. Move Over for the safety of others and because it is the right thing to do!”
Video: Move Over For Me PSA
Gas Price Survey Methodology
AAA updates fuel price averages daily at www.GasPrices.AAA.com. Every day, up to 130,000 stations are surveyed based on credit card swipes and direct feeds in cooperation with the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) and Wright Express for unmatched statistical reliability. All average retail prices in this report are for a gallon of regular, unleaded gasoline.
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