DENVER (KDVR) — The July 4 holiday weekend has arrived and many people are heading out. Gas prices remain high across the country, including here in Colorado.
As of Friday, the national average for a gallon of regular fuel is $4.84. In Colorado, the average for a gallon of regular fuel is even higher, at $4.90.
A year ago, the average for a gallon of regular fuel in Colorado was $3.42, which is $1.48 less than the current average.
| Date/avg. | Normal | middle class | Premium | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Avg. | $4,906 | $5,245 | $5,531 | $5,513 |
| Yesterday Avg. | $4,905 | $5,249 | $5,546 | $5,519 |
| Week ago Avg. | $4,905 | $5,245 | $5,531 | $5,529 |
| Month ago Avg. | $4,370 | $4,685 | $4,977 | $5,330 |
| Years ago Avg. | $3,427 | $3,746 | $4,033 | $3,396 |
If you’re in need of gas, check out the 10 cheapest places to refuel in the state as of 5:30 a.m. Friday morning, according to GasBuddy.com.
- Phillips 66– Fort Lupton: $4.41
- La Salle Oil– La Salle- $4.49
- Murphy Express–Longmont: $4.51
- King Soopers– Firestone: $4.55
- Costco– Superior: $4.58
- Costco– Thornton: $4.59
- Costco– Littleton: $4.59
- Pilot Express Travel Center– Lamar: $4.59
- Circle K– Longmont: $4.59
- Loaf ‘N Jug– Estes Park: $4.63
The lowest price for a gallon of regular gas in Colorado is $4.41.