Gas prices rise in Idaho

Gasoline prices in Idaho have risen 2.9 cents per gallon in the past week averaging $3.22 per gallon, according to GasBuddy.

This compares with the national average that has fallen 3.1 cents per gallon last week to $2.82 per gallon.

Average gasoline prices on August 20 in Idaho have ranged widely over the last five years:

2017 – $2.69/g 2016 – $2.44/g 2015 – $2.92/g 2014 – $3.76/g 2013 – $3.80/g

Including the change locally during the past week, prices Sunday were 52.8 cents per gallon higher than a year ago and are 10.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.

The national average has dropped 1.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 50.5 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.

“The national average price of gasoline has fallen to its lowest level since May 7, some 105 days ago when many of us were dreaming of summer road trips and falling gas prices,” said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. “Labor Day will likely claim the cheapest prices for a summer holiday this year, and I’m sure millions of motorists will take advantage.”

You can view the lowest gas prices in the area HERE.