Map Shows Gas Prices in Midterms Battlegrounds as Record Set to Be Broken
Summary
Gas prices have risen by more than 46% across all key U.S. Senate battleground states since the start of the war in Iran. This increase is affecting households financially and could impact voter opinions in the upcoming November elections, despite efforts by President Donald Trump to lower prices.Key Facts
- The national average gas price is $4.34 per gallon, up from $2.98 before the Iran war began.
- This increase has added about $561 to the annual cost for each U.S. household.
- California has the highest gas prices at $6.28 per gallon; Georgia has one of the lowest at $3.79.
- Gas price increases are seen in all 13 states with important Senate races this November.
- Higher fuel costs have collectively added $73.5 billion to U.S. expenses since the conflict started.
- The average U.S. household has spent an extra $1,100 on fuel since the war began, according to economists.
- Experts warn that fuel prices, including home heating fuel, may continue rising as winter nears.
- Gas prices above $4 per gallon are setting a new national record this year.
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