As America’s roads and airports brace for a busy Labor Day weekend, the American Automobile Association says that gas prices will be one of the many ways families can stretch their travel budget.
Today’s average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in the Gem State is $3.48, which is two cents less than a week ago and 12 cents less than a year ago. The national average is faring even better, currently at $3.21 per gallon – about eight cents more than a week ago, but 15 cents less than a year ago. Today, Idaho ranks 8th in the U.S. for the most expensive gas after several weeks in 7th place.
With gas prices, hotels, airfare, and car rentals all cheaper than a year ago, expect busy roads and airports over the holiday weekend – especially in light of record shattering Memorial Day and Independence Day travel numbers earlier this year.
