Gas prices remain high as oil prices are rising, causing problems for Americans from coast to coast.

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the economy is on voters' minds, and the prices at the pumps could play a major role in determining the next president of the United States.

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The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Friday is $3.832, just below Thursday's price of $3.835. The price was $3.859 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 $3.540, just below Thursday's price of $3.554. One week ago, the price was significantly higher at $3.655.

Virginia

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Virginia is $3.542, below Thursday's $3.550 price. Last week, the price was $3.581.

Washington, D.C.

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in Washington, D.C., is $3.920, above Thursday's price of $3.912. The price one week ago was $3.913.

California

The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas in California is rising with no end in sight, now at $6.079 on Friday. The price was $6.032 on Thursday; last week, it was much lower at $5.783.

New York

In New York, the average price is $3.902, just below Thursday's $3.905 price. Last week, the average price was $3.921.

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Texas

The average price in Texas on Friday is $3.372, below Thursday's price of $3.380. Last week, it was $3.396.