Gas prices hold steady in state, Orleans County in past week
The price for an average gallon of regular unleaded gas didn’t change much in the past week, remaining at $3.18 state-wide and $3.25 in Orleans County, according to AAA.
Nationally, the price is up slightly by 2 cents to $3.16 a gallon.
“As spring approaches, refineries are beginning their transition to summer blend fuel, which often results in higher prices this time of year,” AAA said in a news release. “This week, gas prices rose by a few cents, bringing the national average to $3.16 per gallon. Routine seasonal maintenance and an offline refinery in Northern California are putting additional strain on supply. These factors are pushing gas prices up, which means consumers may see higher prices at the pump as warmer months approach, though other regions will likely see these changes before New York does.”
Here are the average prices in counties around Western New York:
- Orleans, $3.245
- Genesee, $3.176
- Wyoming, $3.185
- Livingston, $3.204
- Monroe, $3.169
- Niagara, $3.125
- Erie, $3.123
- Chautauqua, $3.345
- Cattaraugus, $3.198
- Allegany, $3.227
