Georgians are heading into Labor Day weekend with a welcome break at the pump: gas prices in the state are wrapping up their cheapest summer since 2020.
According to GasBuddy’s 2025 Labor Day press release, the national average is expected to hit $3.15 per gallon, down from $3.29 in 2024. That makes this the lowest Labor Day gas price in five years.
While Georgia-specific numbers weren’t broken out in the report, local averages typically trend below the national figure. This means many drivers across the Peach State could see prices closer to or even under $3 per gallon heading into the holiday weekend.
When is Labor Day?
Labor Day, observed on the first Monday of September each year, is a national holiday dedicated to recognizing the efforts and achievements of American workers. This year it is on September 1.
Average Labor Day gas prices in the past 5 years
A gas pump at the Shell station on the intersection of 52nd Street and Thomas Road in Phoenix where regular unleaded gas is priced at $3.99 a gallon on March 22, 2024.
Here are the national prices that the report revealed:
Gas was lowest in 2020 after a drop in demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic, says the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is Georgia’s average gas price?
According to AAA, Georgia’s average prices as of August 25, 2025, are:
How can I save more on gas right now?
GasBuddy recommends Georgia drivers shop around for the best prices before filling up, especially over the holiday weekend when demand typically rises.
The GasBuddy app helps users find real-time pricing at stations along their route.
Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Georgia gas prices wrap up their cheapest summer in five years
