The average gas prices across New York State have not changed over the last week. According to AAA of Western and Central New York, the New York State average on Tuesday is $3.13, no change from last Monday. One year ago, the New York State average was $3.67.
The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.17, down one cent from May 19th.
For drivers who use diesel fuel, the national average price for diesel is $3.52, down one cent from last Monday. The New York average is $3.87, also down one cent from last Monday.
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is resting at $3.17 despite a busy holiday weekend, where AAA estimates over 39 million motorists drove 50 miles or more from home. The national average has fluctuated very little so far in 2025 compared to previous years. Gas prices haven’t been this low over Memorial Day weekend since 2021, when the national average was $3.04. Supply and demand are playing a role in this year’s lower pump prices as crude oil supply is currently surpassing demand.
According to the latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased from 8.79 million b/d last week to 8.64. Total domestic gasoline supply increased from 224.7 million barrels to 225.5. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 9.6 million barrels per day.
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