Georgia gas prices hit $2.72 per gallon

Georgia’s average gas price reached $2.72 per gallon on Monday, up 6 cents from last week as oil costs rise and refineries begin spring maintenance.

What’s Happening: Gas prices increased despite lower winter demand. The statewide average is 7 cents higher than last month but remains 28 cents lower than this time last year. Filling a 15-gallon tank now costs approximately $40.80.

What’s Important: Oil prices are climbing and refineries are entering seasonal maintenance, which tightens fuel supplies. The national average rose to $2.92 per gallon, still below last year’s $3.16.

By the Numbers:

• Atlanta: $2.73 per gallon
• Most expensive Georgia metro: Savannah at $2.80
• Least expensive Georgia metro: Catoosa-Dade-Walker at $2.62
• National electric vehicle charging: 38 cents per kilowatt-hour, unchanged from last week

What Changed: Georgia’s average increased 6 cents since last Sunday and 7 cents since mid-January. The national average rose 3 cents in the same period.

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