Gas Prices Jump as Crude Oil Prices Climb

Gas prices in Western Pennsylvania are seven cents higher this week at $3.240 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report.

This week’s average prices

Western Pennsylvania Average: $3.240.

Average price during the week of June 1, 2021: $3.177

Average price during the week of June 8, 2020: $2.345

This week’s demand number is expected to be higher as it will reflect Memorial Day holiday weekend travel, but it’s not likely to lead to an increase in gas prices for the majority of motorists. However, crude oil is on the rise and could prop up pump prices.

Last week, crude...