The price for a gallon of gasoline in Gainesville today is more than a nickel less than it was a week ago – $2.60 compared to $2.66, according to AAA. The state average is $2.64, two cents cheaper than last week.
Meanwhile, the national average went up a couple of cents $2.84. Drivers are still paying less than they were last year when the national average was $3.08. Pump prices are typically low in January thanks to a dip in gas demand and cheaper winter blend gasoline.
Crude oil prices remain low as markets keep an eye on tensions in Iran, which is a member of OPEC and one of the world’s top oil producers. Any disruption to Iran’s oil infrastructure could have a ripple effect on gas prices here at home.