Idaho gas prices tick upward

Idaho’s average gas price increased by 2 cents this week, though the price jump was more pronounced in some areas of the state. 

According to AAA, Monday’s average price for a gallon of regular was $3.61, which was about 3 cents more than a month ago, but 30 cents less than a year ago.

Meanwhile, the national average currently sits at $3.52 per gallon, which is 2 cents more than a week ago and 7 cents more than a month ago, but 5 cents cheaper than a year ago. Idaho moved up one spot this week, and now ranks 11th in the country for most expensive fuel, a press release said.