Gas prices, while down a touch Friday, remain high.

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the economy will be on voters' minds. And the price at the pumps is one of the most direct 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 Thursday is $3.873, a hair below Thursday's price of $3.875. The price was $3.841 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 $3.807, just below Thursday's $3.811 price. One week ago, the price stood at $3.789.

Virginia

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Virginia has risen to $3.679, just above yesterday's price of $3.678. Last week, the price was $3.665.

Washington, D.C.

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Washington, D.C., is slightly up Friday at $4.019. It was 4 cents lower yesterday and 12 cents lower last week.

California

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in California keeps rising and stands at a lofty $5.199 on Friday. On Thursday, the price was $5.182, and one week ago, it was $5.110.

New York

In New York, the average price is $3.926, 1 cent down from Thursday. Last week, it was $3.905.

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Texas

The average price in Texas keeps fluctuating, and on Friday, it stands at $3.491. On Thursday, the price was $3.493, and last week, it was $3.460.