Georgia drivers are catching a break at the gas pump this week, as the state average price for regular unleaded gasoline remains unchanged from last week, hovering at $2.86 per gallon, according to AAA Georgia. While the price can fluctuate, Monday’s average offers a welcome respite, sitting 7 cents lower than a month ago and a significant 42 cents lower than this time last year. This translates to substantial savings for Georgians, with the average cost to fill a 15-gallon tank now around $42.90 – almost $7.00 less than last year. “Georgia drivers are enjoying some stability at the pumps, offering a bit of relief to household budgets,” according to AAA.  “While national averages have seen a slight increase, Georgia’s prices have remained relatively consistent.” Nationally, the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has edged up by 1 cent since last Monday, reaching $3.13.

The most expensive metro markets in Georgia are Savannah ($2.97), Valdosta ($2.92), and Macon ($2.90).

The least expensive metro markets in Georgia are Augusta-Aiken ($2.81), Catoosa-Dade-Walker ($2.77), and Warner Robins ($2.74).

Area gas price averages are Chattooga ($2.75), Walker ($2.81), Floyd ($2.81), Gordon ($2.83), DeKalb, AL ($2.67), Cherokee, AL ($2.78).