Gas prices remain high but are starting to trickle down.

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the economy is 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 $3.837, beneath Wednesday's price of $3.845. The price was $3.875 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 $3.776, below Wednesday's price of $3.808. One week ago, the price was $3.811.

Virginia

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Virginia has dropped to $3.649, below Wednesday's $3.657 price. Last week, the price was $3.678.

Washington, D.C.

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Washington, D.C., is down Thursday at $3.990. Wednesday's price was $4.026, and last week, it was $4.015.

California

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in California remains startlingly high and is up 1 cent from $5.259 yesterday. Last week, the price was $5.182.

New York

In New York, the average price is $3.912, 3 cents down from Wednesday. Last week, it was $3.927.

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Texas

The average price in Texas dropped on Wednesday to $3.444. On Wednesday, it was $3.458, and last week, it was $3.493.