Did the average price of regular gas in ZIP Code 41076 change in week ending Jan. 18?

The average cost of regular gas in ZIP Code 41076 increased to $3.09 in the week ending Jan. 18, up from $2.98 in the previous week, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

In the last four weeks, the average reported price for regular gas at a ZIP Code 41076 gas station was $3.04.

In the week ending Jan. 18, the lowest reported price of regular gas in ZIP Code 41076 was $2.79.

Of the 14 reported gas stations in ZIP Code 41076, 13 offer regular gas.

According to the USPS, Newport is the primary area with addresses in ZIP Code 41076.

Across Kentucky, the average reported price per gallon of regular gas in the state rose to $2.78 per gallon, compared to $2.75 in the previous week.

Drivers across the U.S. have faced a rollercoaster of gas prices in recent months and years. Though the cost of a gallon of gas is dropping, experts suggest they may rise to $4 before the end of 2024.

Many analysts blame the COVID-19 pandemic for crushing oil demand and then oil production and Russia's war against Ukraine.

Gas data refers to the price of gas when paid for by cash, not credit. Gas stations can charge drivers more for using credit cards due to surcharge fees. This is prohibited in 10 U.S. states.

While data is accurate as of press time, note that gas prices can fluctuate daily or even hourly.