In the week ending May 9, two gas stations in Columbia County sold midgrade gas at the lowest reported price of $5.69 per gallon, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.
Reported prices for midgrade gas in Columbia County averaged $5.82 per gallon.
Among seven gas stations in cities within Columbia County, three offered midgrade gas.
The average reported price for a gallon of midgrade gas in Washington was $5.90, up from the previous week.
According to an analysis by Time Magazine, fuel prices remain elevated and volatile as global oil markets react to geopolitical developments tied to the U.S. conflict with Iran, with supply concerns focused on potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. As of mid-April, the national average for gasoline remains above the $4-per-gallon mark, while diesel exceeds $5.60, reflecting recent swings driven by a temporary ceasefire and subsequent renewed escalation. Analysts say prices are likely to rise further in the near term as uncertainty persists and supply risks remain, with additional increases expected unless shipping flows through key transit routes are restored.
Gas price data reflects cash payments. Some stations may charge higher prices for credit card transactions due to processing fees, though such surcharges are prohibited in some states and territories.
Lowest Reported Midgrade Gas Prices in Cities Associated With Columbia County in Week Ending May 9
Information in this article was obtained from GasBuddy. The source data can be found here.
