Georgia gas prices are beginning to level off after recent declines slowed over the past week. According to AAA, the state average is now just one cent lower than last week, but still 25 cents higher than last month and 97 cents higher than this time last year.

For drivers filling up a standard 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline, the cost is approximately $57.60.

AAA says demand remains steady as the summer travel season gets underway, despite higher prices and continued inflation. The slowdown in price declines also follows the end of Georgia’s gas tax suspension, which had helped keep fuel costs lower for drivers.

“Gas prices in Georgia are relatively steady right now, but drivers should expect them to rise and fall throughout the summer,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “With the state’s gas tax suspension now lifted and continued uncertainty overseas, it’s hard to predict how high prices could go. The best approach is for drivers to stay mindful of fuel costs and look for ways to save at the pump whenever possible.”

Nationally, the average price for a gallon of regular gas has dropped 16 cents from last week to $4.17, marking the third straight week of declines. AAA says prices are easing as crude oil remains below $100 per barrel, offering some relief for drivers. However, uncertainty surrounding when the Strait of Hormuz will fully reopen continues to affect the market, and oil prices are not expected to fall significantly as summer demand increases.

Across Georgia, Atlanta’s average is $3.84 per gallon. The most expensive metro markets in the state are Hinesville-Fort Stewart at $3.97, Macon at $3.92, and Valdosta at $3.89. The least expensive metro markets are Albany at $3.68, Catoosa-Dade-Walker at $3.69, and Dalton at $3.74.

Locally, average prices include Chattooga County at $3.79, Walker County at $3.67, Floyd County at $3.73, Gordon County at $3.74, DeKalb County, Alabama at $3.74, and Cherokee County, Alabama at $3.68.

Drivers can find current gas prices and electric vehicle charging locations along their route using AAA’s TripTik Travel Planner.