Johnston Reporter

The average cost for a gallon of premium gas in or near zip code 27569 for the week of June 15-21 is $2.79, according to GasBuddy.com. The lowest price is $2.79.

In greater North Carolina, the average price is $1.98 and the lowest price is $1.59. Trends show the price as stable.

The average price of unleaded gas in the state is $2.038 per gallon. The previous week, the state average was $2.029 per gallon. The average has increased since last month, when it was $1.801 per gallon – a 23.7 cent difference.Last year, the average price for a gallon of gas was $2.659.

Data is accurate as of press time, but gas prices have been known to fluctuate on a daily, and even hourly, basis.