Gas Prices Are On Their Way Back Up In Minnesota

TWIN CITIES, MN — Gas prices are on their way back up in Minnesota after falling for the past several months.

In June, Minnesota hit its all-time highest recorded average of $4.759 per gallon, according to AAA. Last week, the state average was $3.680.

It has since jumped back up to $3.767, thanks to tightening supply and increased demand this month. If the current high demand continues, gas prices will go up even more this week, according to AAA.

"The regional differences in gas prices are stark at the moment, with prices on the West Coast hitting $6 a gallon and higher, while Texas and Gulf Coast states have prices dipping below $3 in some areas," said Andrew Gross, AAA spokesperson, in a news release.

"At least six California refineries are undergoing maintenance, and there is limited pipeline supply to the West Coast from locations east of the Rockies."

According to Gas Buddy, the cheapest gas on sale in the Twin Cities metro is the Sam's Club station in Maple Grove, where a gallon goes for $3.44.