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1 gas station in cities throughout Rensselaer County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 20

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Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov

There was a single gas station in cities across Rensselaer County selling regular gas at the lowest price of $3.55 per gallon in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

The average cost of regular gas in cities within Rensselaer County was $3.73 per gallon.

Of the 23 gas stations in cities within Rensselaer County, 13 offer regular gas.

The average price of regular gas in New York was $3.62, compared to $3.46 the week before.

Drivers across the U.S. have faced a rollercoaster of gas prices in recent months and years. Though the cost of a gallon of gas is dropping, experts suggest they may rise to $4 before the end of 2024.

Many analysts blame the COVID-19 pandemic for crushing oil demand and then oil production and Russia's war against Ukraine.

Gas data refers to the price of gas when paid for by cash, not credit. Gas stations can charge drivers more for using credit cards due to surcharge fees. This is prohibited in 10 U.S. states.

While data is accurate as of press time, note that gas prices can fluctuate daily or even hourly.

Lowest Prices of regular gas in Cities associated with Rensselaer County in week ending Apr. 20
PittstownEast GreenbushTroyStephentownBrunswickDefreestvilleWest Sand LakeEast Nassau$3.89$3.89$3.79$3.79$3.69$3.69$3.69$3.69$3.69$3.69$3.65$3.65$3.59$3.59$3.55$3.55

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