Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.53, which is the same as one week ago. One year ago, the price was $2.30. The New York State average is $2.69, down two cents from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.44.

AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

• Batavia - $2.66 (down 1 cent in past week)
• Buffalo - $2.67 (no change in past week)
• Ithaca - $2.66 (down 1 cent in past week)
• Rochester - $2.64 (down 2 cents in past week)
• Rome - $2.71 (no change in past week)
• Syracuse - $2.61 (down 2 cents in past week)
• Watertown - $2.71 (down 2 cents in past week)

Today’s national average price for regular unleaded gasoline is $2.53 per gallon, which is seven cents less than a month ago, and 23 cents more than last year. For one week, the national average has held firm at $2.53. The flat price has been supported by increased gasoline output that has kept pace with higher than usual demand this winter. With spring a few weeks away, demand is likely to continue growing as drivers see pump prices climb with the advent of warmer weather. 

Motorists can always find current gas prices along their route with the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad, and Android. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel, and access AAA roadside assistance. Locate gas prices across the country at http://gasprices.aaa.com.

AAA WCNY wants to remind members that they can receive discounts at NOCO gas stations, as well as Fastrac locations. Learn more here. You can find the lowest prices in your area at http://aaa.opisnet.com/index.aspx.