Gas Prices Continue Downward Trend, Averaging $2.79 Per Gallon
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A welcome sign for commuters: gas prices have declined for the second straight week, reaching an average of $2.79 per gallon across the state as of Monday, February 1, 2026. This represents a slight decrease from last week’s average of $2.81 and continues a trend of easing costs at the pump.
Recent Price Fluctuations
The average price of fuel in the state has fallen approximately 8 cents over the past month, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Looking back over the last year, prices have fluctuated, hitting a low of $2.79 on January 26, 2026, and peaking at $3.11 on September 8, 2025.
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Motorists are benefiting from lower prices compared to this time last year. One year ago, the average gas price in Massachusetts stood at $3.01 per gallon – a 7% increase over the current average. This represents significant savings for drivers.
National Context
The state’s average gas price of $2.79 is currently 2.1% below the national average of $2.85 per gallon, as of last week. However, the national average itself has also seen an increase, rising from $2.81 per gallon the previous week.
Interactive Data Visualization
Readers can explore how gas prices have changed in their specific area over time by visiting data.heraldnews.com. This interactive tool provides a detailed look at local fuel costs.
This report is part of a series of localized stories being published by USA TODAY Co. news sites nationwide, utilizing data from the EIA. Feedback and corrections are welcome [here](link to feedback form). The original reporting for this article was completed by Ozge Terzioglu, and the News Automation and AI team encourages readers to share their thoughts via [this survey](link to survey).
