Here is a breakdown of the prices during August 2024:
August 8: The national average was about $3.45 per gallon.
August 15: The average price was approximately $3.44 per gallon.
August 22: The national average fell to $3.38 per gallon.
August 29: The national average was around $3.36 per gallon, continuing the downward trend.
this works out to $3.40 average in august 2024
august 2025
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The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in August 2025 was approximately $3.13 per gallon according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, and the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) also reported a similar average, with different data sources showing prices around $3.13-$3.17. This represents a decrease from the previous year but was stable with slight fluctuations during the month, influenced by crude oil prices and regional factors
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