TULSA, Okla. — Gas prices are climbing again, and a new analysis from NerdWallet shows that Oklahoma drivers are feeling the squeeze more than many Americans, even more than drivers in states where gas costs more per gallon.
NerdWallet personal finance expert Kimberly Palmer said the combination of longer driving distances and a preference for trucks over fuel-efficient cars means Oklahomans often spend more at the pump.
“Consumers are paying much more for gas in Oklahoma. On average, drivers pay $19 more every week. And so that is putting a lot of pressure on people’s budgets, and it means people are looking for ways to cut back in other areas. They’re struggling to pay their monthly bills in some cases,” Palmer said.
The NerdWallet analysis found weekly gas spending rose between $7 and $26 on average across states this spring…