Connecticut Gas Prices Tick Up Slightly While New Milford Drivers Find Local Pump Costs Near State Norms

NEW MILFORD, CT — Connecticut’s average regular gasoline price has inched up over the past week but remains well below levels seen a year ago, according to the latest data from AAA. Drivers in New Milford are paying prices that generally track with state trends and compare closely with national averages reported by the Energy Information Administration.

As of the most recent reporting, Connecticut’s average price for a gallon of regular unleaded stood near $2.89, up a few cents from about $2.885 one week earlier and roughly unchanged compared with a month ago. That average remains notably lower than the roughly $3.09 per gallon recorded about a year ago, reflecting year-over-year declines for motorists across the state.

Nationally, regular retail gasoline prices have also seen modest increases in recent weeks, with U.S. averages rising into the high-$2 range. According to EIA data, the national average for regular gasoline has ticked up slightly from a week ago and sits below year-ago levels, mirroring the broader pattern seen in Connecticut.

Locally in New Milford, prices at individual stations vary modestly but are generally close to or just below the Connecticut average. Compared with the broader U.S. and state averages, local prices reflect competitive pump costs within Greater Danbury area markets.

Here’s a snapshot of recent regular gas prices at stations in New Milford, with links to maps and current price listings:

• Price Cutter – 222 Danbury Rd $2.66 gallon price
• Xpress Fuel – 20 Danbury Rd $2.68 gallon price
• Citgo – 29 Danbury Rd $2.68 gallon price
• Valero – 315 Danbury Rd $2.70 gallon price
• Stop & Shop – 164 Danbury Rd $2.69 gallon price

(Prices reflect the latest available reports and may change daily; GasBuddy listings show real-time user-reported pump prices.)

Gas costs at neighborhood stations in New Milford generally sit near the state average and align with broader national figures, offering motorists some consistency despite recent week-to-week fluctuations. Drivers are encouraged to check current listings before filling up, as prices can vary based on factors like delivery timing, wholesale fuel costs and local competition.