Georgia gas prices averaged $2.23 on Sunday, the lowest in more than a month. Pump prices dropped 3 cents in the past week, and motorists should see prices drift even lower this week, according to AAA-The Auto Club Group.
The state average has declined 22 of the past 23 days for a total discount of 7 cents. Georgia gas prices hit their highest average price of the year at $2.29 on April 14.
"Gas prices are falling due to continued high production rates from U.S. refineries, moderate demand, and a recent drop in crude oil prices," said AAA spokesman Mark Jenkins. "If this trend holds, gasoline will be near or below year-ago levels by Memorial Day, and rival prices seen last summer."
Gas prices are almost as low as last year. On Sunday, the state average was only 3 cents more than this time a year ago. In February, the state average was up 56 cents compared to the year before.
- The most expensive metro markets in the state are Savannah ($2.26), Atlanta ($2.23), and Columbus ($2.23)
- The least expensive metro markets in the state are Augusta/Aiken ($2.15), Macon ($2.18), and Valdosta ($2.22)
Last year, the state average was $2.27 on Memorial Day, and $2.11 from June 1 - August 31, 2016.
Find Local Gas Prices
- Visit Gasprices.aaa.com for national, state, and metro gas price averages.
- Motorists can find the lowest gas prices along their route with the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad and Android. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel and access AAA roadside assistance. Learn more at AAA.com/mobile.
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