Gasoline prices in Rhode Island are up one cent this week, according to AAA Northeast.
AAA Northeast’s May 4 survey of prices in Rhode Island finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $1.96 per gallon. Rhode Island’s price is eighteen cents higher than the national average of $1.78. A year ago at this time, the average price in Rhode Island was 90 cents higher at $2.86 per gallon.
“As some states begin to re-open businesses, those states will likely see demand increase and pump prices will likely follow suit,” 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 71 cents, from a low of $1.66 to a high of $2.37. 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
$1.96 ($1.66-$2.37) Regular Unleaded
$2.40 ($2.12-$2.61) Midgrade Unleaded
$2.57 ($2.32-$2.79) Premium Unleaded
$2.74 ($2.39-$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.