The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.17, down one cent from Monday, May 19. One year ago, the price was $3.59. The New York State average is $3.13, no change from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.67. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:
- Batavia – $3.15 (up 1 cent from last Monday)
- Buffalo – $3.08 (up 1 cent from last Monday)
- Rochester – $3.11 (no change from last Monday)
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is resting at $3.17 despite a busy holiday weekend where AAA estimates over 39 million motorists drove 50 miles or more from home. The national average has fluctuated very little so far in 2025 compared to previous years. Gas prices haven’t been this low over Memorial Day weekend since 2021 when the national average was $3.04. Supply and demand are playing a role in this year’s lower pump prices as crude oil supply is currently surpassing demand.
According to the latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased from 8.79 million b/d last week to 8.64. Total domestic gasoline supply increased from 224.7 million barrels to 225.5. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 9.6 million barrels per day.
For drivers who use diesel fuel, the national average price for diesel is $3.52, down one cent from last Monday. The New York average is $3.87, also down one cent from last Monday.
When it comes to EV charging, the national and state averages for L2 commercial electricity remain steady. Today’s national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stands at 36 cents. An estimated 1.2 million AAA members live in households with one or more electric vehicles.
To conserve fuel, motorists should map routes, avoid peak traffic times like rush hour, and combine errands into one trip while using cruise control when possible. Drivers should also make sure tire pressure is at the vehicle’s recommended level for the best gas mileage while removing any unnecessary and bulky items from the car since it takes more fuel to accelerate a heavy vehicle. Get more tips here: https://gasprices.aaa.com/news/fuel-saving-tips/. Motorists can benefit from comparing pump prices before filling up with the AAA Mobile App for iPhone, iPad, and Android.
AAA members receive discounts at gas stations such as Fastrac, Maple Leaf Market and Shell. Learn more here. AAA members can save on gas by joining the Fuel Rewards at Shell program. Join now at AAA.com/Shell. Motorists can also locate gas prices across the country and stay up-to-date on news and fuel-saving tips at http://gasprices.AAA.com.
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