Georgia Gas Prices Hold Steady at $2.91, Offering Rare Summer Relief

While national prices nudge higher, Peach State drivers enjoy calm at the pump

If you’ve filled up your tank in Georgia lately, you probably noticed… nothing much changed. That’s the story this week as average gas prices across the state held firm at $2.91 per gallon for regular fuel — exactly where they were last week, and even last month.

For once, no news is good news at the pump. And in a summer where road trips are still going strong and oil markets remain twitchy, that’s something drivers aren’t taking for granted.

Stable prices, real savings

Across Georgia, the average cost of filling a 15-gallon tank sits at about $43.65. That’s nearly $6 cheaper than a year ago, according to AAA.

One sentence? That’ll get you a road trip snack or two.

“While pump prices are trending higher in many parts of the country, Georgia gas prices remain steady,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA-The Auto Club Group. “Crude oil and fuel demand have both ticked upward, but these changes haven’t yet pushed prices higher for drivers in Georgia.”

That’s a bit of good news for those finishing off their summer travel plans or commuting daily in the Georgia heat.

A rare flat line during peak travel season

Typically, gas prices fluctuate more during summer. Demand spikes, hurricanes threaten Gulf production, and oil speculators get jittery.

But so far in Georgia? Not much movement.

Here’s how it stacks up:

• This week: $2.91

• Last week: $2.91

• Last month: $2.91

• This time last year: $3.29

That kind of price consistency is unusual, especially in August, when late-summer demand usually starts to bite.

And even as crude oil prices inched higher, Georgia’s gas stations haven’t passed those costs onto consumers — yet.

Why the calm? Look to supply and regional factors

Gasoline demand is indeed rising — but Georgia seems insulated from the ripple effects, at least for now.

According to EIA data, nationwide gasoline consumption jumped from 8.96 to 9.15 million barrels per day last week. That kind of leap might normally cause prices to bump upward.

But at the same time, Georgia is benefiting from a few things:

• Proximity to Gulf Coast refineries

• Lower-than-average state gas taxes

• Strong regional fuel distribution systems

These help buffer against big national swings. Even when national averages move, Georgia often reacts more slowly.

What’s happening nationally?

While Georgia held steady, the national average ticked up a cent to $3.15 this week.

Crude oil prices have been quietly climbing. And while they’re not surging, they’re stubborn — enough to make analysts keep an eye on future volatility.

Here’s a breakdown of recent national energy trends:

It’s a delicate dance. Demand is heating up, supply is tightening, but prices have only moved slightly — for now.

The big question: Will Georgia stay this lucky?

Hard to say. Historically, late August and early September can bring some price shocks.

Labor Day weekend often marks a final spike in summer driving, and with it, a bump at the pump. Plus, hurricane season doesn’t peak until September — and any Gulf disruption could ripple through Southeastern fuel markets.

One sentence, real quick? Watch the weather.

But for now, drivers from Atlanta to Augusta are enjoying some rare stability.

“It’s been nice not seeing the price change every few days,” said Danielle Morgan, who drives 60 miles a day for work. “I hope it stays like this. But I know better.”