Gasoline prices in Rhode Island are down three cents this week, according to AAA Northeast.

AAA Northeast’s May 11 survey of prices in Rhode Island finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $1.93 per gallon. Rhode Island’s price is nine cents higher than the national average of $1.84. A year ago at this time, the average price in Rhode Island was 93 cents higher at $2.86 per gallon.

“Pump prices are fluctuating throughout the country as demand increases and gasoline stocks decrease. The boost in demand continues to push pump prices up around the country, as more states re-open businesses. Motorists in the Great Lakes, Central, South and Southeast states are seeing the most volatility at the pump,” said Lloyd Albert, Senior Vice President of AAA Public and Government Affairs.

The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 53 cents, from a low of $1.66 to a high of $2.19. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area. Please remember to slow down and move over for any emergency vehicles on the side of the road.

Today’s local gas prices and their ranges are as follows:

Self Serve                                           Grade

$1.93 ($1.66-$2.19)                            Regular Unleaded

$2.40 ($2.12-$2.59)                            Midgrade Unleaded

$2.54 ($2.37-$2.79)                            Premium Unleaded

$2.72 ($2.57-$2.89)                            Diesel

Find the most up-to-date local gas prices with the AAA Fuel Finder by logging onto AAA.com and clicking on Gas Saving Tips & Tools.