As Thanksgiving travel ramps up, drivers across Georgia are seeing a slight increase in gas prices heading into the holiday week. According to AAA, the statewide average now stands at $2.87 per gallon, driven by a modest rise in crude oil prices and growing travel demand. Prices are six cents higher than last week, nine cents higher than last month, but still six cents lower than this time last year. Filling up a standard 15-gallon tank now costs about $43.95.

AAA spokeswoman Montrae Waiters says Georgia prices “remain about a dollar cheaper than last Thanksgiving,” giving travelers some relief despite the recent uptick.

Nationally, gas prices are holding steady at $3.07 per gallon as millions prepare to hit the road. Overall demand remains low for this time of year, helping keep prices stable.

Most and Least Expensive Metro Areas

The most expensive metro markets in Georgia are:
Savannah ($2.92), Atlanta ($2.91), and Gainesville ($2.90).

The least expensive are:
Catoosa-Dade-Walker ($2.77), Rome ($2.76), and Brunswick ($2.75).

Local County Prices

AAA reports the following averages in our region:

• Chattooga County: $2.68

• Floyd County: $2.75

• Walker County: $2.29

• Gordon County: $2.87

• DeKalb County, Alabama: $2.68

• Cherokee County, Alabama: $2.56

Travelers are encouraged to check prices before hitting the road, as fluctuations are likely through the holiday weekend.