Gas prices down 7 cents in Orleans, but up nationally and in NYS
Gas prices are up nationally and statewide compared to a year ago, but have dropped more than 7 cents in Orleans County from $3.216 a week ago to $3.143 today for a gallon of regular unleaded, according to AAA.
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.26, up nine cents from last Monday. The price was $3.59 a year ago. The New York State average is $3.14, up three cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.47.
“Several factors are driving the increase, including refinery maintenance and summer-blend gasoline switch,” AAA said about the higher prices. “The last time the national average reached $3.26 was back in September, consistent with seasonal shifts, but current prices remain below what they were this time last year.”
Here are the average prices in counties around Western New York:
- Orleans, $3.143
- Genesee, $3.119
- Niagara, $3.055
- Monroe, $3.104
- Erie, $3.077
- Livingston, $3.144
- Wyoming, $3.138
- Cattaraugus, $3.183
- Chautauqua, $3.193
- Allegany, $3.150
For drivers who use diesel, the national average price is $3.62, up two cents from last Monday. The New York average is $3.93, no change from last Monday, AAA said.
