How gas prices have changed in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota in the last week
How gas prices have changed in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota in the last week
A combination of increased demand at the pump and the annual switchover to more expensive, but lower-emission summer fuel blends are driving the national cost for a gallon of gasoline higher this week.
The national average has risen several cents from a week ago and remains below the levels it was this , according to GasBuddy. Metros on the West Coast, as well as Illinois, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, are seeing the highest gas prices in the nation to begin this week.
A rise in the utilization of refineries producing gasoline this spring after a may be helping keep prices lower for travelers. When refinery utilization drops, it can raise the cost of gas; cold weather and storms took some plants offline this winter season.
compiled statistics on gas prices in Mille Lacs County using data from . Gas prices are current as of March 11.
Mille Lacs County, Minnesota gas price trends
- Gas current price: $3.15
--- Minnesota average: $3.16
- Week change: no change
- Month change: +$0.06
Counties with the most expensive gas in Minnesota
#1. Dodge County: $3.30
#2. Hubbard County: $3.29
#3. Clearwater County: $3.29
#4. Olmsted County: $3.28
#5. Faribault County: $3.27
Counties with the least expensive gas in Minnesota
#1. Lyon County: $2.77
#2. St. Louis County: $2.90
#3. Carlton County: $2.93
#4. Benton County: $2.93
#5. Stearns County: $2.96
This story features writing by Dom DiFurio and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 3,038 counties.
