Gas prices in NYS down 2 cents in past week, 10 cents from year ago
The average price for regular unleaded gas in New York State dropped 2 cents in the past week to $3.03 today, which is also down 10 cents from a year ago, AAA reported.
Nationally, the average price is $2.81 a gallon, which is down 25 cents from a year ago.
“The holiday season offered lower gas prices for travelers who hit the road in record numbers,” AAA said. “Motorists are benefitting from a strong supply of gas and the cheaper-to-produce winter blend of fuel when it comes to price at the pump.”
Oil prices remain low, AAA said, in the $56-60 range per barrel.
“Despite the events in Venezuela over the weekend, there has been little disruption in the oil markets,” AAA said. “If these trends continue, drivers should see the national average remain well below the $3 per gallon threshold in the coming weeks.”
Diesel prices are also on the decline with the national average at $3.52, down three cents from last Monday, and the New York average at $3.87, down two cents from a week ago.
Here are the average prices for regular unleaded in WNY counties:
- Orleans, $3.223
- Genesee, $3.068
- Niagara, $3.081
- Monroe, $3.083
- Livingston, $3.147
- Wyoming, $3.210
- Erie, $3.118
- Chautauqua, $3.273
- Cattaraugus, $3.138
- Allegany, $3.186
