Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.18, which is down two cents from a week ago. One year ago, the price was $2.74. The New York State average is $2.26 – down one cent from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.88. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

• Batavia - $2.23 (no change since last week)
• Buffalo - $2.21 (no change since last week)
• Ithaca - $2.19 (up one cent since last week)
• Rochester - $2.24 (up one cent since last week)
• Rome - $2.30 (no change since last week)
• Syracuse - $2.20 (no change since last week)
• Watertown - $2.28 (no change cent since last week)

Gas prices are mixed to start the week. The national average is down slightly as travel remains limited in some areas. While road trips are the main source of travel, travel levels are down significantly compared to last year. The Energy Information Administration (EIA), says gas demand is down in the U.S. Decreasing demand for gasoline has helped pump prices to decrease in the last week, and if demand continues to drop, we could see cheaper pump prices in the coming week.

AAA reminds travelers to plan any road trips in advance and to use AAA’s Covid-19 Travel Restrictions Map and TripTik.AAA.com to prepare for the latest state and local travel restrictions.

A members receive discounts at gas stations such as Fastrac, Maple Leaf Market and Shell locations across the country. Learn more here. You can find the lowest prices in your area at http://aaa.opisnet.com/index.aspx. Motorists can always find current gas prices along their route with the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad, and Android. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel, and access AAA roadside assistance. Locate gas prices across the country at http://gasprices.aaa.com.