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Georgia motorists are continuing to see some relief at the gas pump as gasoline prices dropped another seven cents over the past week, according to AAA – The Auto Club Group.

AAA reported Monday that Georgia’s average price for regular unleaded gasoline is now $3.58 per gallon. That’s seven cents less than last week, 38 cents lower than a month ago, but still 80 cents higher than this time last year.

Here in Chattooga County, the average price for regular unleaded gasoline stands at $3.52 per gallon, six cents below the statewide average.

Gas prices in surrounding counties are also generally below the Georgia average.

According to the latest county averages, motorists are paying:

  • Chattooga County: $3.52
  • Walker County: $3.54
  • Floyd County: $3.51
  • Gordon County: $3.51
  • DeKalb County, Alabama: $3.68
  • Cherokee County, Alabama: $3.58

Across the state, drivers filling a standard 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline are paying approximately $53.70.

“Georgia drivers are paying an average of 59 cents less per gallon than the national average,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “While drivers are seeing some savings at the pump, rising oil prices could impact how long that relief lasts.”

The national average for regular gasoline dropped 11 cents over the past week to $4.17 per gallon.

The least expensive metro markets in Georgia include Albany at $3.41, Catoosa-Dade-Walker at $3.43 and Brunswick at $3.45.

The most expensive metro markets are Macon at $3.63, Savannah at $3.62 and Atlanta at $3.61.

Despite the recent declines, AAA cautions that rising crude oil prices could slow further reductions at the pump. Oil prices remain above $100 per barrel, while concerns about potential global supply disruptions continue.

AAA recommends motorists compare prices between stations, take advantage of fuel rewards programs, combine errands and avoid aggressive driving to help reduce fuel expenses.

Georgia’s statewide average remains 59 cents below the national average, with motorists in Chattooga and several surrounding counties paying even less.