State Gas Prices Are High, But . . . Not As High as 18 Other States

Posted on July 12, 2021

Connecticut drivers: don’t feel bad we’re paying higher prices at the pump this week. That’s because there are 18 other states – including New York and New Jersey — paying more than us, says AAA Northeast.

 

In fact, for the second consecutive week Connecticut’s average gas price of $3.15 is the same as the national average, an uncommon occurrence because Connecticut’s higher gas taxes, stricter environmental regulations, and high cost of doing business generally push the state’s price above national’s average, said Fran Mayko, AAA Northeast spokeswoman.

 

In another unusual occurrence, both the state and national averages are also 2 cents higher than last week and 95 cents higher than last year.

 

“The peak summer driving season is now in full-swing as Americans hit the road for recreation and relaxation,” said Mayko. “Because of record-level demand, higher crude oil prices and shrinking supplies, gas prices aren’t backing down this summer.”

 

It’s expected gas prices will rise at least a dime through the end of August, bringing the national price average well over $3.25 a gallon, she added.

 

Here is AAA’s weekly price survey of Connecticut’s six metro regions:

Greater Bridgeport                $3.21            Lower Fairfield County    $3.20

New Haven/Meriden           $3.13             Greater Hartford              $3.12

New London/Norwich         $3.18            Windham/Middlesex      $3.14

                            Statewide Average:  $3.15

 

Today, Mississippi and Louisiana register the lowest prices in the nation at $2.77 and $2.78, respectively. California and Hawaii continue to hold the highest prices in the nation at $4.31 and $4.03, respectively. Connecticut jumped from the 17th spot to the 19th position on the list of highest gas prices in the nation. Average gas prices may be obtained daily through www.gasprices.aaa.com.

 

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