ATLANTA — Gas prices in Georgia jumped by 15 cents on average compared to a week ago.
As of Monday, Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $3.37 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline.
Monday’s state average is 13 cents more than a month ago and 41 cents less than a year ago at this time. It now costs $50.55 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline, which is $6 less than a year ago.
Since last Monday, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has increased by 10 cents to $3.60.
AAA said increased oil demand coupled with a tighter supply has pushed gas prices up.
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As of Monday, the most expensive Georgia metro markets are Savannah, Brunswick, and Hinesville-Fort Stewart.
As of Monday, the least expensive Georgia metro markets were Athens, Gainesville, and Dalton.
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