BALTIMORE, MD—The national average gas price inched up 4.8 cents this week, reaching $3.09 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. This increase is attributed to refinery issues and trade policy uncertainties. Up 2.2 cents from a month ago, the national average is 9.6 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.

While the national average remains lower than last year, prices have fluctuated recently.

“States that experience price cycling have seen increases, while many others have only experienced minor fluctuations,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy.

Refinery issues, particularly on the West Coast, have contributed to price hikes. A refinery fire and the transition to summer gasoline have intensified the situation. Trade tensions between the US and China have influenced oil prices.

Despite these factors, some states, like Mississippi, Texas, and Louisiana, are enjoying lower gas prices. Conversely, California, Hawaii, and Washington continue to experience the highest prices.

The national average diesel price, however, decreased slightly by 0.2 cents to $3.624 per gallon.

See previous gas price reports here

In and around the Nottingham area, the cheapest gas this week could be found at these locations…

• Bowleys Quarters
• Carney
• Edgewood
• Essex
• Fallston
• Joppa
• Kingsville
• Middle River
• Nottingham
• Overlea/Fullerton
• Parkville
• Perry Hall
• Rosedale
• Rossville
• Towson
• White Marsh

This article was written with the assistance of AI and reviewed by a human editor.

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