Binghamton Diesel Prices Near Record Highs
Diesel fuel costs in the Binghamton area are approaching $7 per gallon, marking a significant increase over the past year.
One Broome County retailer posted a diesel price of $6.85 per gallon on Thursday. This figure is close to the $7 threshold that concerns regional truck operators.
The average diesel price in the Binghamton market stood at $6.32 per gallon. This represents an increase of nearly 80 cents compared to one month ago. The cost is $2.39 higher than the average recorded a year prior.
Regional Price Trends Data
Gasoline prices in the same area have also risen. The average price for regular gasoline reached $4.41 per gallon. This is $1.19 more than the $3.22 average from a year ago.
National Diesel Market Context
Diesel prices in 44 US states have reached all-time highs. New York is not currently at a record level for this fuel type. Analysts note that these increases are widespread across the country.
Supply Availability Reports
Some social media accounts claim stations are running out of diesel. GasBuddy data does not indicate high levels of outages. Analysts advise caution against unverified claims of shortages.
The GN auto markets/energy report tracks these shifts in gasoline and diesel prices. Driver reports from local travel centers confirm the financial strain. The data reflects a consistent upward trend in fuel costs.
