Central Atlantic Gas Prices Experience Slight Decline This Week
Gas prices in the Central Atlantic region have experienced a minor decline for the second consecutive week. As of Monday, the average price for regular fuel was reported at $2.90 per gallon, a decrease from the previous week’s average of $2.92.
Current Trends in Central Atlantic Gas Prices
The current average reflects a reduction of about 11 cents since last month. Historical data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) indicates that gas prices in this region have fluctuated significantly over the past year. They reached a low of $2.90 on January 12, 2026, and peaked at $3.22 on September 8, 2025.
Yearly Price Comparison
A year ago, prices in the Central Atlantic were notably higher. The average stood at $3.12 per gallon, indicating a 7% decrease compared to current averages.
National and Regional Price Comparison
The average gas price nationwide last week was $2.78 per gallon. This puts Central Atlantic prices approximately 4.4% higher than the national average. The national average has also seen a slight decline from $2.80 per gallon over the previous week.
Central Atlantic States
The EIA report encompasses gas prices from several states:
- Delaware
- Maryland
- New Jersey
- New York
- Pennsylvania
For timely updates on how prices in your local area are changing, Filmogaz.com offers interactive tools and resources derived from the EIA data.
