Georgia gas prices increased slightly at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians are paying an average price of $3.32 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). AAA says that it costs drivers an average price of $49.80 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline. Georgians are now paying $1.20 more to fill up at the pump compared to a year ago.

“Fuel charges experienced a humble hike, in the wake of the July 4th festivities,” said Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman. “The tropics are brewing, promising a hurricane season that could be one for the records. We anticipate a possible surge at the pumps if a tumultuous hurricane plunges into the heart of our refineries and if crude oil continues to rise.”

AAA continues to encourage drivers to take advantage of the money-saving gas tips listed below.

Nationally:

Minimal Hike in Gas Prices

Since last Monday, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has increased by 1 cent to $3.50 (subject to change overnight).

Regional Prices:

The most expensive Georgia metro markets – are Savannah ($3.42), Hinesville-Fort Stewart ($3.35), and Atlanta ($3.34).

The least expensive Georgia metro markets – are Rome ($3.25), Athens ($3.24), and Catoosa-Dade-Walker ($3.19).

Area gas price averages – Chattooga ($3.25), Walker ($3.22), Floyd ($3.28), Gordon ($3.30), DeKalb, AL ($3.16), Cherokee, AL ($3.13).