12 states see gas prices drop since last week, data shows
By Addy Bink
Published on March 29, 2026.
The national average for regular gasoline reached $3.98 on Thursday, marking a one-month increase of a $1, according to AAA. In 13 states, the average price for a gallon of gas now stands at or above $4.05. In another 12 states, prices have improved since last Sunday, with Georgia seeing the biggest decline in pump prices since March 22. In Nebraska, Iowa, and Wisconsin, prices are down about 3 cents over the previous week. Meanwhile, statewide averages are up by at least 10 cents in 12 states. In total, gas prices have risen by $1 or more in 23 states since March 1. The Trump administration has considered ways to keep gas prices at historic highs.
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