Concord Gas Prices Drop to Cheapest in East Bay

Christmas has come early for Concordians, who are getting the lowest gas prices at the pumps in the East Bay.

As the price of gasoline continues to drop across California, Concord's lowest is around $3.19 a gallon — a cost not seen since in the area since December last year.

The California State Automobile Association reports the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in the state is now $3.62. That's down 23 cents from a month ago.

In Northern California, the average price is $3.56 a gallon, down 26 cents. In the Bay Area, it's $3.71, down 27 cents from a month ago.

In the East Bay, the average price is listed at $3.57, down 29 cents from a month ago. In Concord, the average price is $3.51 a gallon, down 26 cents.

Concord gas stations are also listed as the lowest priced in the East Bay on the website gasbuddy.com, ranging from $3.19 at Arco and Bonfare Market on Willow Pass Road to $3.62 at the Kirker Pass Valero station.

The Bonfare Market on Grant Street is listed as selling gas for $3.21 a gallon. The Costco station is listed at $3.25.

The Arco at Monument and Detroit in Concord is also selling gas for $3.29 as is the Super Food & Liquor on Willow Pass Road.

CSAA officials said slowing demand and increased production are the main reasons for the continued decline.

“Prices at the pump have steadily declined across the country as demand continues to be low and supplies remain robust,” reports Cynthia Harris, AAA Northern California spokesperson. “The exception is the East Coast where supplies are increasing but remain somewhat tight following the disruption in distribution from Hurricane Sandy.”

CSAA officials say they expect demand to remain low in 2013, keeping gas prices at a more affordable level.

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