Good News for drivers: These are the states where gas prices are under $3 a gallon just before Thanksgiving
This year, millions of road trips are expected during Thanksgiving week. Gas prices will be below $3 in much of the country.
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and it is one of the most celebrated holidays of the year, bringing together families who live far apart. That’s why millions of road trips are expected across the country next week. Traffic jams and forecasted storms will test drivers' patience. But there’s some good news that might lift the spirits of those behind the wheel.
This year, filling up your tank might not hurt your wallet as much as in previous years. As always, gas prices vary by state, but overall, it seems drivers can expect some relief.
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Will gas be cheaper this Thanksgiving than in 2023?
As we mentioned, fuel prices differ from state to state. Even within the same state, prices can vary depending on the area or gas station. But in general, the national average is expected to be lower than last year.
While the average price per gallon in 2023 was $3.25, this year’s projections from GasBuddy suggest that the national average for Thanksgiving week will be $2.98. This would mark the first time since 2020 that prices fall below $3 per gallon.
States where gas is below $3
If your Thanksgiving road trip involves crossing state lines, it’s good to know where you can find the cheapest gas. With a smart refueling strategy, you can save a few dollars along the way.
Here’s the list of 28 states where gas prices are currently below $3, according to AAA:
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Georgia
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Mississippi
- Nebraska
- New Jersey
- New Hampshire
- New Mexico
- North Dakota
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Rhode Island
- South Dakota
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
A busy Thanksgiving travel week
According to GasBuddy, 72% of Americans plan to travel by car for Thanksgiving this year—a significant increase from 41% in 2023. Whether this uptick is linked to lower fuel prices is unclear.
Regardless, if you’re hitting the road this week, remember: drive safely so you can arrive in one piece and enjoy the holiday with your family.
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*This article was written in Spanish and translated with the help of AI.
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