Yakima Gas Prices Drop Slightly, Averaging $3.61 per Gallon

Time to fill the tank after some weekend driving? Average gasoline prices in Yakima are down 0.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.61 per gallon today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 91 stations in Yakima.

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THE DECLINES CONTINUE IN WA STATE

Compared to previous weeks, prices in Yakima are not only 6.8 cents per gallon lower than they were a month ago but also show a notable decline of 41.3 cents per gallon compared to this time last year. This trend reflects a larger shift as the national average price of gasoline has also decreased, falling 2.6 cents in the last week to an average of $3.03 per gallon.

GASBUDDY WAS EXPECTING THESE LOWER PRICES

Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, noted that although the drop in fuel prices might be surprising to some, it aligns with expectations outlined in their annual Fuel Outlook from December. "Some 28 states have average gas prices below $3 per gallon. Looking back at our outlook provides insight into the current drop and what we expect next." With the median U.S. gas price now at $2.95 per gallon, the lowest since 2021, it seems likely that the national average may soon fall below $3 per gallon for the first time since May 2021. De Haan added, "This is something many Americans will appreciate as we approach Thanksgiving."

DO YOU PUMP DIESEL?

In terms of diesel, the national average price has also seen a slight decline, dropping 0.4 cents in the past week to reach $3.52 per gallon. The ongoing decrease in fuel prices comes as welcome news during a time when many people are preparing for holiday travel.

REMEMBER WHEN?

Historical gasoline prices in Yakima and the national average going back ten years:
November 11, 2023: $4.02/g (U.S. Average: $3.35/g)
November 11, 2022: $4.57/g (U.S. Average: $3.79/g)
November 11, 2021: $3.79/g (U.S. Average: $3.41/g)
November 11, 2020: $2.72/g (U.S. Average: $2.11/g)
November 11, 2019: $3.37/g (U.S. Average: $2.62/g)
November 11, 2018: $3.34/g (U.S. Average: $2.67/g)
November 11, 2017: $2.90/g (U.S. Average: $2.56/g)
November 11, 2016: $2.69/g (U.S. Average: $2.17/g)
November 11, 2015: $2.45/g (U.S. Average: $2.20/g)
November 11, 2014: $3.06/g (U.S. Average: $2.91/g)

WHAT ARE YOUR FRIENDS PAYING ON THE WESTSIDE?

Neighboring areas and their current gas prices:
Tacoma- $3.90/g, up 1.6 cents per gallon from last week's $3.88/g.
Seattle- $4.14/g, down 1 cent per gallon from last week's $4.15/g.
Washington- $3.92/g, down 0.8 cents per gallon from last week's $3.93/g.