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Austin Gas Prices: Below Average, But On the Rise

Gas prices are on the rise, both locally and nationally
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Gas prices are on the rise, both locally and nationally

The price of a gallon of gasoline is capturing people’s attention – including presidential candidates.

The increase in gas prices is being felt nationally, and Austin is no exception. The AAA Daily Fuel Gauge pegs the current price per gallon in the Austin-San Marcos region at $3.51.

That’s still below the national average of $3.65. But locally, Austin’s current gas process have risen over six cents since last week; a year ago, Austin prices stood at $3.06.

Austin Gas Prices has a rundown of the lowest prices in the area. 

 

Wells has been a part of KUT News since 2012, when he was hired as the station's first online reporter. He's currently the social media host and producer for Texas Standard, KUT's flagship news program. In between those gigs, he served as online editor for KUT, covering news in Austin, Central Texas and beyond.
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