As numerous states announce plans to re-open for business, national average gas prices are reversing their four-month decline. Connecticut average gas prices, however, have stalled.
Today, the national average for a gallon of self-serve, regular registers $1.85, 7 cents higher than this time last week while in the Nutmeg State, the average price of $1.91 remains the same as it was this time last week.
The national average is 1.04 lower than this time last year; while in Connecticut, prices are $1.09 lower for the same period.
As states relax requirements and reopen for business, gas demand will likely increase,” said Fran Mayko, AAA Northeast spokeswoman. “ Pump prices are now fluctuating throughout the country as the boost in demand continues.” Drivers in the Great Lakes, Central, South and Southeastern states are seeing the most volatility at the pump.
“Although Connecticut’s target date to re-open is May 20, gas prices here haven’t moved,” Mayko added.
Here’s AAA’s weekly price survey of Connecticut’s six metro regions:
Greater Bridgeport $2.07 Lower Fairfield County: $2.08
New Haven/Meriden $1.87 Greater Hartford $1.88
New London/Norwich $1.89 Windham/Middlesex $1.88
Statewide Average: $1.91
Today, Oklahoma and Arkansas register the lowest average per-gallon prices in the nation at $1.47 and $1.48, respectively. Hawaii and California continue to hold the highest prices in the nation with $3.15 and $2.76, respectively. Connecticut moved to the 16th spot on the list of states with the highest gas prices in the nation. Average gas prices may be obtained daily through www.gasprices.aaa.com