It’s Lucky 13 for Connecticut today! The Nutmeg State has moved out of the “Drivers’ Dozen” of states with the highest gas prices in the nation, says AAA Northeast
After weeks in the top 12, Connecticut now holds the 13th spot on the list of most expensive gas price averages in the nation, said Fran Mayko, AAA Northeast spokeswoman. “This is an unusual move for Connecticut because various factors such as higher business costs, stringent environmental regulations, and zone pricing always pushed prices higher here,” she said.
Today, the statewide average for a gallon of self-serve regular is $2.55 is down 2 cents from last week; while the national average of $2.44 is a penny higher over last week. Statewide and national prices, however, remain higher by 10 cents and 13 cents, respectively, compared to last year.
“Prices locally are already down 13 cents from just the start of the year,” added Mayko. “Strong supplies and less demand this winter are a good sign for drivers as we head into the second half of February.”
AAA’s weekly survey price survey of Connecticut’s six regions are:
Greater Bridgeport $2.65 Lower Fairfield County: $2.61
New Haven/Meriden $2.53 Greater Hartford $2.50
New London/Norwich $2.54 Windham/Middlesex $2.56
Statewide Average: $2.57
Today, Hawaii and California continue to register the highest average per-gallon prices in the nation at $3.58 and $3.50, respectively. Texas is the state with the lowest price at $2.08, followed by Mississippi and Missouri, both at $2.10. Average gas prices may be obtained daily through www.gasprices.aaa.com.