Georgia motorists are seeing a slight uptick at the pump this week, with the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline rising to $2.80. This marks a 2-cent increase from last week. Nevertheless, drivers are still enjoying significantly lower prices compared to recent months and a year ago.

The current average of $2.80 per gallon is 9 cents less than last month and a notable 13 cents lower than this time last year. For a standard 15-gallon tank, the cost to fill up is now approximately $42, nearly $2 less than what consumers paid a year ago.

Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman, commented on the fluctuations. “Even a small rise in Georgia gas prices, just a penny or two, shows how sensitive the market is to shifts in oil prices, supply, and seasonal demand,” said Waiters. “As we head into the holiday season, these minor fluctuations are expected and reflect the normal rhythm of the fuel market.”

Nationally, gas prices have also ticked up slightly but remain relatively stable as November begins. The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline increased by nearly 5 cents since last week, resting at $3.07. This increase was partly attributed to refinery maintenance, particularly in California, where temporary production pauses can lead to localized price bumps. Despite this, the national average remains lower than it was at this time last year.

Looking ahead, experts anticipate that gas prices should remain on a quiet path as the country draws closer to the Thanksgiving holiday.

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased slightly from 8.92 million barrels a day last week to 8.87 million. Concurrently, total domestic gasoline supply also saw a decrease, moving from 210.7 million barrels to 206 million.

About AAA – The Auto Club Group The Auto Club Group (ACG) is the second largest AAA club in North America, with more than 14 million members across 14 U.S. states, the province of Quebec and two U.S. territories. ACG and its affiliates provide roadside assistance, insurance, banking, travel and financial services. ACG belongs to the national AAA federation, a not-for-profit member service organization that provides more than 62 million members with automotive, travel, insurance and financial services.

The most expensive metro markets in Georgia are Savannah ($2.94), Hinesville-Fort Stewart ($2.87), and Valdosta ($2.84).

The least expensive metro markets in Georgia areCatoosa-Dade-Walker ($2.73), Warner Robins ($2.71), and Rome ($2.69).

Area gas price averages are Chattooga ($2.67), Walker ($2.74), Floyd ($2.69), Gordon ($2.71), DeKalb, AL ($2.63), Cherokee, AL ($2.53).