Gas prices remain high but are showing signs of improvement.

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 Wednesday is $3.845, beneath Tuesday's price of $3.854. The price was $3.873 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 $3.808, just below Tuesday's price of $3.809. One week ago, the price was $3.807.

Virginia

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Virginia has dropped to $3.657, below Tuesday's price of $3.662. Last week, the price was $3.668.

Washington, D.C.

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Washington, D.C., is down Wednesday at $4.026. Tuesday's price was $4.042, and last week, it was $4.022.

California

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in California remains startlingly high but dropped one cent from Tuesday to $5.259 on Wednesday. Last week, the price was $5.175.

New York

In New York, the average price is $3.915, 3 cents down from Tuesday. Last week, it was $3.927.

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Texas

The average price in Texas dropped on Tuesday to $3.458. On Tuesday, it was $3.465, and last week, it was $3.482.