Gas prices surge, topping over $3 on average
Gas prices have increased by about 55 cents nationwide over the past two weeks, with the national average at $3.54 per gallon. The recent conflict in Iran has caused a spike in crude oil prices, which leads to higher prices at the pump.
A map of the United States showing the average price of regular gas in each state. Gas prices have increased by 55 cents on average in the past several weeks, particularly since the start of the conflict in Iran. California has the highest price at $5.29, and Kansas has the lowest at $2.96. Missouri’s average cost is $3.03.
