Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group:
As the holiday traffic thins out across the Peach state, Georgia drivers are finding a bit of relief at the pump. After a week of elevated demand leading into Thanksgiving, the state’s average now stands at $2.82 per gallon as of Monday, though daily fluctuations remain likely.
Compared to recent benchmarks:
- It’s 5 cents lower than last week
- 2 cents higher than last month
- 8 cents lower than this time last year
For those filling up a standard 15-gallon tank, the cost now comes to approximately $42.30.
National Gas Average Hits 2021 Levels Again
The national gas price average has fallen to $3.00, a level not seen since May 2021. With crude oil prices remaining low and seasonal demand sluggish, many states are already below that mark, and current trends indicate prices may stay down through the holiday season.
Electric:
The national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stayed the same this past week at 38 cents. To plan ahead, drivers can check charging prices along their route using AAA’s TripTik Travel Planner.
Regional Prices:
The most expensive metro markets in Georgia are Savannah ($2.88), Atlanta ($2.86), and Macon ($2.85).
The least expensive metro markets in Georgia areCatoosa-Dade-Walker ($2.70), Hinesville-Fort Stewart ($2.69), and Dalton ($2.68).
Current and Past Price Averages (Regular Unleaded Gasoline)
| Sunday | Saturday | Week Ago | Month Ago | One Year Ago | Record High | |
| National | $3.00 | $3.01 | $3.07 | $3.03 | $3.05 | $5.01 (6/14/2022) |
| Georgia | $2.82 | $2.82 | $2.87 | $2.80 | $2.90 | $4.49 (6/15/2022) |
| Click here to view current gasoline price averages | ||||||
AAA encourages drivers to use the money-saving gas tips listed below.
Money-Saving Tips for Drivers
- Shop around for gas prices. Drivers can check area gas prices on the Fuel Price Finder.
- Consider paying in cash instead of using a credit card. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who use a credit card.
- Enroll in fuel savings programs
Fuel-Saving Tips for Drivers
- Maintain your vehicle to ensure the best fuel economy. Find a trusted automotive facility at AAA.com/Auto Repair.
- Combine errands to minimize driving time.
- Slow down. Fuel economy diminishes significantly at highway speeds above 50 mph. Drive conservatively and avoid aggressive driving. Aggressive acceleration and speeding can reduce fuel economy.
Traffic Safety Tip: AAA-The Auto Club Group “Move Over For Me” Campaign
“Drivers, if you see a disabled vehicle on the roadside while traveling, be courteous and Move Over,” said Waiters. “Remember, the person who broke down could be you, a friend, a family member, a coworker, or a neighbor. Move Over for the safety of others and because it is the right thing to do!”
Video: Move Over For Me PSA
Gas Price Survey Methodology
AAA updates fuel price averages daily atwww.GasPrices.AAA.com. Every day, up to 130,000 stations are surveyed based on credit card swipes and direct feeds in cooperation with the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) and Wright Express for unmatched statistical reliability. All average retail prices in this report are for a gallon of regular, unleaded gasoline.