As fear of a global recession led to a major drop in the cost of crude oil, the prices consumers paid at the pump continue to fall, according to AAA.
Another factor contributing to the falling price of gas is that demand has fallen nationally, according to the Energy Information Administration.
The national average for a gallon of gas is $3.88, 20 cents higher than a month ago and 56 cents more than a year ago.
However, the average for a gallon of regular gas in Washington is $5.22, a full $1.34 higher than the national average.
According to AAA, Washington has seen the sixth-largest decrease in price over the last week, with a difference of 14 cents. California has seen a drop of 28 cents - twice that of Washington - in the last week.
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