Gas prices fall 11 cents in past week in NYS, 8 cents in Orleans
The average price for regular unleaded gas dropped in the past week – down 6 cents nationally to $3.86 today. One year ago, the price was $3.19, according to AAA.
The New York State average is at $4.12, down 11 cents from a week ago. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.21.
In Orleans County, the average price is down 8.3 cents from a week ago – from $4.396 to $4.313.
“Drivers continue to see relief at the pump as summer travel ramps up, with prices trending lower in recent weeks,” AAA said in a news release. “While motorists are benefiting from these declines, prices remain higher than they were this time last year, and New York continues to sit above the national average and rank among the more expensive states for gasoline, currently ranking 8th for the highest prices in the country.”
This morning, crude oil prices are trading in the high $60s to low $70s per barrel range, down from $75-$79 last week, AAA said.
“Crude oil prices have remained relatively steady, with global supply dynamics and ongoing geopolitical developments influencing the market,” AAA said. “While volatility remains a factor, recent stability in oil prices has helped support the gradual easing in gas prices.”
Here are the average prices in counties around Western New York:
- Orleans, $4.313
- Genesee, $4.201
- Monroe, $4.250
- Niagara, $4.274
- Erie, $4.263
- Wyoming, $4.338
- Livingston, $4.332
- Chautauqua, $4.227
- Cattaraugus, $4.197
- Allegany, $4.267
The highest price is in Tompkins County at an average of $4.380 while Nassau has the lowest price at $3.919.
