Gas prices are falling in the Gem State, but Idaho drivers are still getting more tricks than treats in the run-up to Halloween.
According to the American Automobile Association, the state average for regular gasoline is $4.36 per gallon, which is about a nickel less than a week ago and a month ago, but 65 cents more than a year ago.
Meanwhile, the national average currently sits at $3.79, which is nine cents less than a week ago, but nine cents more than a month ago and 40 cents more than a year ago. Today, Idaho ranks 8th in the country for most expensive fuel.
According to recent data from the Energy Information Administration, gasoline demand is down nearly 1 million barrels from a year ago. But crude oil prices remain high amid tight global supplies.
AAA says if fuel demand remains low and global recession fears continue, crude oil and gas prices could fall this week. But as recently announced production cuts by OPEC begin to take effect, any shockwave in global supply could send prices higher.
Lewiston currently has the state’s highest average price for a gallon of gas at $4.45. Franklin has the state’s lowest average price at $4.18.
