Gas prices continue to decline at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia motorists are now paying an average price of $3.70 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average was 6 cents less than a week ago, 54 cents less than last month and $1.00 more than this time last year.

It now costs motorists $55.50 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline.

“The average price for a gallon of gasoline has fallen below $4 for much of the U.S.,” said Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman. “Georgians have seen over a 50 cents drop in pump prices since last month. These lower prices were a welcome relief for drivers who hit the road to spend time with family and friends during the Easter weekend.”

National Gas Price Average and the sale of Higher-Ethanol Gasoline

Since last Monday, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has decreased by 3 cents to $4.08. President Biden announced plans to allow sales of higher-ethanol gasoline (also known as E15) through the summer months. This extension is intended to bring relief to Americans in areas where E15 is sold and it typically sells for 5 to 10 cents cheaper per gallon than regular gasoline. AAA supports the development and use of alternative fuels. However, not all vehicles on the road are designed to run on E15. AAA strongly encourages drivers to be sure their vehicle is compatible with E15 before using it.

Regional Prices

Most expensive Georgia metro markets – Atlanta ($3.70), Brunswick ($3.74) and Macon ($3.72).

Area gas price averages – Chattooga ($3.54), Floyd ($3.67), Walker ($3.70), Gordon ($3.54), DeKalb, AL ($3.71), Cherokee, AL ($3.72)