Arizonans recently experienced a significant 21-cent increase in gas prices over the course of a week
This increase in gas prices in Arizona contrasted with the national average, which only rose by 5 cents during the same period
Historically, Arizona has seen price increases while the U.S. average witnessed drops in gas prices
As of September 19, the average gas price in Arizona was $4.607, while the national average stood at $3.880, according to AAA data
Within a week, Arizona reported one of the largest gas price spikes in the nation, amounting to a 17-cent increase, according to AAA's weekly report. Minnesota had the highest increase at 32 cents
Despite the increase, Arizona remained the seventh most expensive state in the U.S. for gasoline, with residents paying an average of $4.51 per gallon
The national gas price average on Tuesday was 12 cents higher compared to the same time in 2022
A decrease in gas demand has been noted as the fall season approaches, raising questions about the possibility of lower prices
Gas prices in the U.S. increased by five cents due to rising oil costs, with oil reaching around $90 per barrel
Despite decreased gas demand, high oil costs have prevented the usual decline in pump prices, with concerns about a global oil supply shortage contributing to elevated oil prices