Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.58, no change since last week. One year ago, the price was $2.25. The New York State average is $2.72 – no change from last week. A year ago, the NYS average was $2.55. AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:

• Batavia - $2.67 (up one cent since last week)
• Buffalo - $2.64 (down one cent since last week)
• Ithaca - $2.70 (no change since last week)
• Rochester - $2.69 (no change since last week)
• Rome - $2.70 (up one cent since last week)
• Syracuse - $2.63 (down one cent since last week)
• Watertown - $2.71 (no change since last week)

With tensions still high in the Middle East, we’ve yet to see the expected drop in gas prices that usually comes in January. However, prices remain stable despite those geopolitical issues. With increased domestic production, the U.S. is in a better position than in the past with less reliance on the Middle East. Analysts continue to monitor the situation in Iran along with oil prices, which have a direct impact on pump prices. The mild winter weather also has more people traveling, so demand remains strong for gasoline at this time.

AAA members receive discounts at gas stations such as Fastrac, Maple Leaf Market and Shell locations across the country. Learn more here. You can find the lowest prices in your area at AAA's Fuel Resources.

Motorists can always find current gas prices along their route with the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad, and Android. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel, and access AAA roadside assistance.

Locate gas prices across the country at http://gasprices.aaa.com.