Dealing with the ebbs and flows of gas prices can be burdensome.

And as the 2024 presidential election slowly comes clearer into view, the economy will be on the minds of most, if not all, voters. The price at the pumps is one of the most direct and day-to-day pieces of evidence as to how the economy is faring.

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The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Tuesday is $3.541, down from $3.543 on Monday and from $3.529 a week ago, according to AAA.

Here is how certain states and areas fare in their prices at the pumps. To see how expensive gas is in each state, click here.

Maryland

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Maryland is $3.574, the same price as Monday. The price has hiked significantly. One week ago, it was $3.506.

Virginia

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Virginia is $3.348, below the national average. The price was $3.350 on Monday and $3.304 this time last week.

Washington, D.C.

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Washington, D.C., is $3.710, up from $3.692 on Monday. One week ago, the price was $3.699.

California

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in California is well above the national average at $4.882. On Monday, the price was $4.873, and one week ago, it was $4.844.

New York

In New York, the average price is $3.676, 1 cent lower than Monday. Last week, it was $3.683.

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Texas

The average price in Texas sits well below the national average at $3.175. On Monday, the price was $3.156, and last week, it was $3.137.