More Relief at the Pump: Gas Dips Another 6 Cents in Massachusetts

GRAFTON, MA—Continuing with the downward trend, gas prices are down in Massachusetts six cents this week. According to AAA’s Aug. 1 survey of prices in the state, it finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $2.08 per gallon.

The Massachusetts price is five cents below the national average for regular unleaded of $2.13. A year ago at this time, the average price in Massachusetts was 50 cents higher at $2.58, said the announcement.

“Strong supplies and falling oil prices continue to fuel savings for motorists at the pump,” said Mary Maguire, director of public and legislative affairs for AAA, in a statement.

The lowest price in Grafton can be found at Cumberland Farms for $2.04. Find the lowest in your area on gasbuddy.com.

The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is $1.06, from a low of $1.93 to a high of $2.99.

Today’s local gas prices, according to AAA, and their ranges are as follows:

Self Serve Grade:

• $2.08 ($1.93-$2.99) Regular Unleaded
• $2.40 ($2.19-$3.09) Midgrade Unleaded
• $2.56 ($2.35-$3.19) Premium Unleaded
• $2.39 ($2.19-$3.09) Diesel