Georgia gas prices rise this week as summer travel and oil prices push state average to $3.57 per gallon
Georgia gas prices increased this week after several weeks of declines, with the statewide average climbing to $3.57 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, according to AAA. Higher crude oil prices, strong summer travel demand and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty are contributing to the modest increase at the pump across Georgia.
The latest AAA gas price report shows Georgia’s average price is 4 cents higher than last week but remains 21 cents lower than one month ago. Compared with the same time last year, however, Georgia drivers are paying 66 cents more per gallon. Filling a typical 15-gallon tank now costs approximately $53.55…