Gas prices remain high, causing a problem for a Biden administration eager to boast about its positive economic impacts.

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 Wednesday is $3.827, above Tuesday's price of $3.823. The price was $3.845 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 $3.693, below Tuesday's price of $3.713. One week ago, the price was $3.808.

Virginia

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Virginia has dropped to $3.615, below Tuesday's $3.619 price. Last week, the price was $3.657.

Washington, D.C.

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Washington, D.C., is down Wednesday at $3.972. Tuesday's price was $3.979, and last week, it was $4.026.

California

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in California remains startlingly high at $5.294 on Wednesday, 4 cents up from Tuesday. Last week, the price was $5.259.

New York

In New York, the average price is $3.906, the same as it was on Tuesday. Last week, the price was $3.915.

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Texas

The average price in Texas is up Tuesday to $3.417, up from Tuesday's price of $3.406. Last week, it was $3.458.