From AAA and Staff Reports
In Summary:
Florida gas prices declined 7 cents last week to a statewide average of $3.80 per gallon, according to AAA. Falling oil and gasoline futures could push prices lower, but supply conditions and distribution costs influence how quickly savings reach the pump. Prices are nearly 72 cents below Florida’s May high but remain approximately 93 cents above last year’s level.
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Florida gas prices fell to their lowest level in four months last week, giving drivers some relief as declining oil and gasoline futures raised the possibility of additional savings.
The statewide average for regular unleaded gasoline was $3.80 per gallon Sunday, down 7 cents from a week earlier and 38 cents from a month ago, according to AAA – The Auto Club Group’s November 9 report. Florida’s average was about 22 cents below the national average of $4.02.
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Prices have fallen 62 cents from Florida’s late-September peak of $4.42 and nearly 72 cents from the year’s high of $4.52, recorded May 7. Despite those declines, Florida drivers were still paying approximately 93 cents more per gallon than a year ago.
“Florida drivers are finally seeing some meaningful relief at the pump, and there could be more on the way,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Oil and gasoline futures dropped sharply last week, and those lower prices can take time to work their way through the fuel supply chain.”
Falling futures could bring more relief
U.S. crude oil settled at $90.83 per barrel Friday, nearly $11, or 11%, below its October 20 settlement of $101.79. Gasoline futures closed Friday at $2.78 per gallon, nearly 33 cents below their October 19 settlement of $3.11.
AAA attributed the declines to signs of improving global supplies, softer demand and easing concerns about potential supply disruptions. Those changes put downward pressure on pump prices, although the savings do not necessarily reach drivers immediately.
Regional supply conditions, distribution costs and other factors affect how quickly lower wholesale prices translate into lower retail prices. Jenkins said continued relief depends on market conditions.
“If the market remains favorable, pump prices could continue moving lower. While it's unclear how low prices could go, the recent market moves are encouraging for drivers,” he said.
Prices vary across Florida
West Palm Beach-Boca Raton had the highest average among the Florida metro markets listed in AAA’s report at $3.97 per gallon. Gainesville followed at $3.92, with Fort Lauderdale at $3.86.
The Panhandle had the lowest averages. Panama City averaged $3.50 per gallon, followed by Pensacola at $3.52 and Crestview-Fort Walton Beach at $3.55.
Nationally, the average fell about 15 cents over the week to $4.02 per gallon. Florida’s $3.80 average remained well above its 2026 low of $2.67, recorded January 12.
Ways to stretch a tank of gas
AAA recommends comparing station prices, combining errands into one trip, checking tire pressure regularly, and avoiding aggressive driving and speeding. Fuel rewards programs and lower cash prices, where offered, can also help reduce fill-up costs.
Drivers can compare local prices through the AAA Mobile App or visit GasPrices.AAA.com for state and national averages. AAA updates its averages daily using information from up to 130,000 stations; all prices in the report are for regular unleaded gasoline.
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Key Points:
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Florida’s average price for regular unleaded gasoline fell to $3.80 per gallon Sunday, its lowest level in four months.
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The statewide average declined 7 cents in a week and 38 cents in a month.
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Florida drivers paid about 22 cents less than the national average of $4.02, but approximately 93 cents more than a year ago.
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Sharp declines in oil and gasoline futures could bring further relief if market conditions remain favorable.
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Panama City had the lowest average among the listed Florida metro markets at $3.50; West Palm Beach-Boca Raton had the highest at $3.97.
