Idaho fuel prices fall 20 cents, dropping to 10th highest in nation

AAA Idaho/Oregon reported on Tuesday that the national average price for a gallon of gas reached $4. The figure represents a 16 cent decrease from one week prior and a 37 cent drop from one month ago. However, the current price remains 94 cents higher than it was a year ago.

Idaho now ranks 10th among the states with the most expensive fuel. This marks an improvement from a few weeks ago, when the state held the seventh highest ranking in the country. The state generally pays more for gasoline because it is a remote mountain desert region with limited local supply.

Most of Idaho’s fuel supply originates in Salt Lake City, Utah. A smaller portion of the supply is transported by truck from Montana.

Drivers across the state face varying costs depending on their location. As of November 9, Rexburg residents paid the most at $4.49 per gallon, followed closely by Franklin at $4.47 and Boise at $4.46. Twin Falls drivers paid $4.32, while Pocatello residents paid $4.29. Idaho Falls averaged $4.26, and Lewiston drivers paid $4.14. Coeur d’Alene residents found the lowest prices on the list at $3.88 per gallon.

The recent price decline offers some relief for motorists driving to Thanksgiving destinations. However, analysts doubt this drop will lower the cost of air travel significantly.

AAA Idaho/Oregon maintains an online resource that lists the cheapest gas stations in every state. This tool allows consumers to compare local prices and find better deals near their specific locations.