Georgia gas prices have continued to decline in recent weeks, giving drivers some relief at the pump even as overall costs remain a concern.

According to AAA – The Auto Club Group, gas prices in Georgia are down 8 cents from last week and 25 cents from last month, though prices remain 90 cents higher than this time last year.

Montrae Waiters with AAA says the decline is largely tied to crude oil prices remaining below $100 per barrel. However, she says uncertainty in the Middle East could affect how long the downward trend continues.

The current cost to fill a standard 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline in Georgia is approximately $56.40.

Nationally, the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is $4.07, marking the third consecutive week of declines.

In Northwest Georgia, average prices include $3.67 in Chattooga County, $3.56 in Walker County, $3.66 in Floyd County, and $3.66 in Gordon County. Nearby Alabama averages include $3.64 in DeKalb County and $3.58 in Cherokee County.

AAA says drivers can continue saving by comparing prices, combining errands, keeping vehicles properly maintained, and using tools such as the AAA TripTik Travel Planner to find gas and electric charging prices along their route.