Idaho gas prices 19 cents higher than national average

 

Idaho gas prices are around 19 cents higher than the national average.

According to AAA, as of Sunday, the national average is about $2.17 while Idaho’s average is around $2.36.

A year ago Sunday, Idaho’s average was $2.84 meaning Idaho’s gas prices have dropped 48 cents.

AAA says nationally, gas demand has dropped, causing a decline in the national average.

CBS 2 News reports, prices will likely continue to decline as demand drops due to people taking fewer road trips in the fall.