The Georgia gas price average increased compared to a week ago.
Georgians are now paying an average of $2.93 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average was 23 cents more than a week ago, two cents less than a month ago and nine cents less than last year. It costs drivers an average of $43.95 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline. Georgians are paying $1.35 less to fill up at the pump compared to a year ago.
“Due to the negative impacts of Hurricane Helene, Gov. Kemp signed an executive order suspending the collection of motor fuel tax until Oct. 16. With the expiration of this gas tax reprieve, Georgians are now confronted with a renewed strain each time they refuel,” said Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman. “Fortunately, amid these challenges, there lies a glimmer of hope as Georgia’s state average for gas prices remains a comforting 24 cents below the national average.”
Nationally
Since last Monday the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline decreased by three cents to $3.17 (subject to change overnight). Like Hurricane Helene, Milton did not severely impact national gasoline supplies but did affect demand in areas with destroyed infrastructure, flooded roads and power outages.
Regional prices
— Atlanta: $2.91.
— The most expensive Georgia metro markets are Savannah ($3.05), Hinesville-Fort Stewart ($3.01) and Brunswick ($3).
— The least expensive Georgia metro markets are Augusta-Aiken ($2.88), Dalton ($2.87) and Gainesville ($2.86).
Submitted by AAA.