See How Much CT Gas Prices Jumped Last Week

Gas prices in Connecticut jumped 24 cents over the past week, reaching an average of $3.88 per gallon, according to AAA Northeast.

That’s 98 cents higher than a month ago and 88 cents more than this time last year.

The increase comes as oil prices continue to rise amid global supply concerns tied to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

At the close of markets Friday, U.S. crude oil settled at $98 per barrel, while Brent crude reached $112 — its highest level since 2022, according to AAA.

“As the conflict with Iran continues, gas prices are likely to remain under pressure as long as oil prices stay elevated,” said Lauren Fabrizi, a spokesperson for AAA Northeast.

Prices at the pump across the Northeast have not been this high since 2022, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which similarly disrupted global oil markets, she said.

The national average for a gallon of regular gas is now $3.95, also up 24 cents from last week.

Average gas prices by county:

• Fairfield County: $3.92
• Middlesex County: $3.91
• Windham County: $3.90
• New London County: $3.89
• Hartford County: $3.87
• New Haven County: $3.85
• Tolland County: $3.83
• Litchfield County: $3.82