Gas is cheaper here than U.S. average, but still hurts
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Gas prices in Mecklenburg County are below the national average, but drivers are still feeling the pinch at the pump.
Why it matters: Rising fuel costs are shaping daily budgets and travel decisions, influencing how and when people drive or plan trips.
By the numbers: The average gas price in Mecklenburg County is $3.793 as of Thursday morning, slightly above the North Carolina average of $3.757, per AAA.
- Prices are lower in nearby Union ($3.734) and Gaston ($3.777) counties.
- Cabarrus County is slightly higher at $3.799.
Flashback: A month ago, North Carolina's average gas price was $2.784, according to AAA.
The big picture: The national average gas price is hovering just under $4 per gallon, at $3.978.
- More states have crossed the $4 threshold compared to before the war began, signaling broader upward pressure on prices.
💠Ashley's thought bubble: I paid $3.39 per gallon using Harris Teeter Fuel Points, down from $3.79. A half tank still cost about $20 — enough to make me consider biking more often.
How have fuel prices impacted your daily decisions? Are you delaying or reconsidering vacation plans? Have you started biking or taking public transportation? Let me know at [email protected].