Georgia drivers are continuing to see relief at the pump this week as gas prices trend lower across the state, even amid ongoing global tensions that continue to affect energy markets.

The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Georgia is now $3.61, down 10 cents from last week and 15 cents from last month. However, prices remain 68 cents higher than this time last year. For motorists filling up a standard 15-gallon tank, the average cost comes to about $54.15.

Much of the current relief is being supported by the continued suspension of Georgia’s state gas tax, which has helped offset potential increases and keep prices more manageable for drivers statewide.

AAA spokeswoman Montrae Waiters said gas prices continue to rise and fall with the global market, but for now, Georgia motorists are benefiting from a period of welcome stability. She also encouraged drivers to use fuel-saving strategies since prices can still change quickly.

Nationally, the average price for regular gasoline dropped 8 cents this week to $4.04 per gallon. Oil prices have remained below $100 per barrel following the recent ceasefire announcement involving the U.S. and Iran, helping prevent sharper jumps in fuel prices. Still, lower activity through the Strait of Hormuz and continued regional tensions mean prices could shift again in the weeks ahead.

In Georgia, the most expensive metro markets are Valdosta at $3.69, Atlanta at $3.64, and Gainesville at $3.60. The least expensive metro markets are Albany at $3.50, Hinesville-Fort Stewart at $3.48, and Dalton at $3.45.

Area averages as of Monday show Chattooga County at $3.53, Walker County at $3.56, Floyd County at $3.52, Gordon County at $3.47, DeKalb County, Alabama at $3.78, and Cherokee County, Alabama at $3.69.

The national average cost at a public EV charging station remained unchanged this past week at 41 cents per kilowatt hour.