Georgia gasoline prices nudge upward a meager one cent per gallon.

According to AAA’s weekly report, gasoline prices in Georgia reaching an average cost of $2.66 per gallon for regular unleaded. EV charging rates at DC fast-charging stations remained steady also, averaging 38 cents per kilowatt hour nationally, and 39 cents in Georgia.

“With crude oil prices holding steady since the end of 2025 and fewer drivers fueling up, gas prices have stayed on the lower side,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA-The Auto Club Group.

Cobb County gasoline price average

The price of a gallon of regular unleaded in Cobb County is $2.66, the same as the statewide average.

It is always possible to find lower gas prices than the average by comparison shopping or using tools like http://gasbuddy.com.

What are the national trends?

AAA’s weekly report stated the following about national gas and oil trends:

⛽ National Gas Average Steady, Lowest Since 2021

The new year begins with the lowest national average in years at $2.79. Gas prices haven’t been this low nationwide since March 2021. Crude oil prices are holding steady compared to late 2025, despite uncertainty around Venezuela’s role in the market. For now, global supply remains strong. OPEC+, the group of major oil‑exporting countries, says it doesn’t plan to increase production in the first quarter of 2026 because demand has softened.

Electric:

Electric vehicle drivers saw no change in charging costs this past week, with the national average holding steady at 38 cents per kilowatt-hour. To plan ahead, drivers can check charging prices along their route using AAA’s TripTik Travel Planner.

What causes fluctuations in gasoline prices?

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the price of crude oil is the main factor affecting the price of gasoline.

“Strong and increasing demand for gasoline and other petroleum products in the United States and the rest of the world can place intense pressure on available supplies,” the EIA website states.

According to the EIA, other factors that can affect prices include” disruptions in crude oil supplies, refinery operations, or gasoline pipeline deliveries.”

There are also seasonal changes in demand that cause price fluctuations throughout the year.

For more information on the price considerations for crude oil and gasoline, visit the EIA website.

How does AAA determine gas prices?

According to AAA:

“AAA updates fuel price averages daily at www.GasPrices.AAA.com. Every day up to 130,000 stations are surveyed based on credit card swipes and direct feeds in cooperation with the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) and Wright Express for unmatched statistical reliability. 

“All average retail prices in this report are for a gallon of regular, unleaded gasoline.”