Idaho’s average regular gasoline price fell 13 cents over the past week to $4.67 per gallon, according to the provided figures.
The state average is down 33 cents from a month ago but remains $1.27 higher than it was a year ago. The national average is $4.28 per gallon, after declining 1 cent over the past week. National prices are down 20 cents from a month ago and up $1.23 from a year ago.
Idaho ranked ninth nationally for the most expensive fuel, improving from seventh place.
North Idaho Prices
Bonner County’s average unleaded price was just over $4.62 per gallon. Boundary County averaged $4.51, while Shoshone County was just over $4.98. Coeur d’Alene’s average regular gasoline price was $4.33.
Prices listed for other Idaho locations were $4.71 in Boise, $4.63 in Franklin, $4.63 in Idaho Falls, $4.40 in Lewiston, $4.61 in Pocatello and $4.71 in Twin Falls.
West Texas Intermediate crude was trading above $102 per barrel, and pump prices could remain volatile this week. The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is nearing the low end of its operating thresholds.
“The crude market is under intense pressure, with conflict and uncertainty driving higher prices for a major product that powers the global economy,” said Matthew Conde, AAA Idaho public affairs director.