Gas prices in New York down since end of November

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — New York’s gas prices are down four cents from a week ago. Monday’s national average for a gallon of gas is $3.24, down 17 cents compared to a year ago.

AAA says the New York State average one year ago was $3.71. Monday, the average is $3.53.

AAA Western and Central New York report the following averages:

· Batavia – $3.55 (down four cents from last Monday)

· Buffalo – $3.63 (down three cents from last Monday)

· Elmira – $3.27 (down five cents from last Monday)

· Ithaca – $3.59 (down two cents from last Monday)

· Rochester – $3.61 (down four cents from last Monday)

· Rome – $3.61 (down one cent from last Monday)

· Syracuse – $3.55 (down three cents from last Monday)

· Watertown – $3.50 (down five cents from last Monday)

AA explains gas prices should continue to drop along with demand, which decreases in December. Monday morning, oil prices are down to $73 to $77 per barrel. Those prices have a direct impact at the pump.

Looking to save on fuel? AAA has tips for drivers to improve gas mileage.