Providence, R.I., July 13, 2020 — Rhode Island’s average gas price is up three cents from last week ($2.10), averaging $2.13 per gallon. Today’s price is 9 cents higher than a month ago ($2.04) and 63 cents cheaper than July 13, 2019 ($2.75). Rhode Island’s average gas price is 8 cents lower than the national average.
“The Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) data shows gasoline demand and supply continue on a roller coaster ride,” said Lloyd Albert, AAA Northeast Senior Vice President of Public and Government Affairs. “As motorists react to unfolding COVID-19 information, we are seeing driving behaviors related to filling-up ebb and flow.”
AAA Northeast’s July 13 survey of fuel prices found the current national average to be $2.19, up a penny from last week ($2.18). Today’s national average price is 9 cents higher than a month ago ($2.10), and 59 cents cheaper than this day last year ($2.78).
| Region |
Current Price* |
One Week Ago | One Month Ago | One Year Ago |
| Rhode Island | $2.13 | $2.10 | $2.04 | $2.75 |
| Massachusetts | $2.12 | $2.10 | $2.04 | $2.75 |
| Connecticut | $2.19 | $2.16 | $2.07 | $2.89 |
*Prices as of July 13, 2020
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